The role of Adult Education Programmes in Poverty Alleviation Strategies in Ilorin West Local Government Area, Kwara State, Nigeria

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dc.contributor.authorKayode, Sadiq Toyin
dc.contributor.authorDr. Sholagberu, A. O.
dc.contributor.authorYakubu, Toyin Ibrahim
dc.date.accessioned2026-03-27T14:55:23Z
dc.date.available2026-03-27T14:55:23Z
dc.date.issued2025-02
dc.description.abstractThis study explores the role of adult education in poverty alleviation strategies, using Ilorin West local government, area Kwara State, as a case study. it posits that adult education is a crucial tool for empowering individuals wit the skills and knowledge needed to improve their socioeconomic status. A descriptive research design was adopted. The population for the study comprised all 2,500 adult education learners in Ilorin West Local Government Area. A sample of 100 adult learners and 20 facilitators was selected. Two research questions and two hypotheses guided the study. Findings highlights a positive correlation between participation in adult education programmes and improved economic outcomes, including increased employment opportunities, higher income levels, and an enhance quality of life. Data were analysed using percentages. The study concludes that adult education is a vital component of comprehensive poverty alleviation strategies and recommends policy interventions to support and expand these programmes. The implication of this research is investment in adult education to foster sustainable development in Kwara State and similar context.
dc.description.sponsorshipSelf
dc.identifier.citationAdult, Education, Poverty Alleviation, Strategies and Role
dc.identifier.issn07943667
dc.identifier.urihttps://uilspace.unilorin.edu.ng/handle/123456789/17150
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherFaculty of Education and Extension Services, Usumanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Nigeria
dc.relation.ispartofseries1
dc.subjectAdult
dc.subjectEducation
dc.subjectPoverty Alleviation
dc.subjectStrategies and Role
dc.titleThe role of Adult Education Programmes in Poverty Alleviation Strategies in Ilorin West Local Government Area, Kwara State, Nigeria
dc.typeArticle

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