Science and Technology Education: A Key to Poverty Eradication in Nigeria

Abstract

The living standard in Nigeria can be classified as being below the poverty line, by many indices. Most Nigerian families hardly have access to three balanced diets a day. Majority live in crowded, poorly ventilated houses, not affording even the basic necessities of life. Since science and technology is the bedrock for national development, any nation that lacks adequate scientific and technological knowledge will definitely remain in poverty. This paper, therefore, examines science and technology and how knowledge of such concepts can be useful in alleviating, if not eradicating, poverty in Nigeria.