A recent episode of EduTalk featured a compelling conversation between journalist Emefa Apawu and Professor Salifu Tahiru Azeko, Director-General of the National Schools Inspectorate Authority (NaSIA), focused on the urgent need to transform schools through stronger compliance and enhanced quality assurance.

The discussion explored the current state of schools across the country, touching on key areas such as licensure, infrastructure, and staff capacity.

Professor Azeko highlighted a persistent challenge: many schools fail to renew their operating licences on time. While acknowledging the scale of the issue, he noted that the Authority remains committed to resolving it through “stakeholder engagement” and a sustained effort to ensure that all institutions meet the required standards.

He further outlined NaSIA’s mission to raise the bar for quality education nationwide, emphasising that compliance is the bedrock of meaningful transformation. Ensuring that schools operate within legal frameworks, he said, is essential to maintaining high-quality teaching and conducive learning environments.

The full podcast episode offers a deeper dive into these issues and provides insights into NaSIA’s strategies to strengthen the educational landscape, support schools, and drive sustainable improvements in compliance and quality assurance.