Since the implementation of the 8-4-4 system in January 1986, there has been continuing conflict between those who favour the careful systematic review of the curriculum to make it relevant to learners’ needs, and those who wish to replace it for the sake of it.
Despite the fact that many products of our system of education, including doctors, lawyers and teachers have excelled in their fields, and those who pursue their studies in universities in other countries are rated highly, anti-8-4-4 proponents continue to make reckless statements about the system.