Global Trends and Challenges of Community Development Education: The Nigerian Perspective

Ngozi Ononogbu; Bobby  Ariwodo

Authors

Ononogbu Ngozi Department of Agricultural and Vocational Education College of Education Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike Author
Ariwodo Bobby Israel Department of Adult and Continuing Education College of Education Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike Author

Keywords:

Community, Development, Poverty, Local Empowerment, Challenges, Nigeria

Abstract

This study examined the multifaceted challenges of community development in Nigeria, focusing on the influence of poverty, illiteracy, inadequate access to information, economic constraints, social exclusion, and cultural dynamics. The paper underscores the importance of participatory strategies such as community-based learning, inclusive dialogue, information dissemination, and structured planning and evaluation. It concludes that accelerating community development is crucial for national advancement, emphasizing that government efforts alone are insufficient. Therefore, local initiatives promoting self-reliance and grassroots empowerment must be actively encouraged.