Oladimeji Uthman, the Southwest Deputy Coordinator of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), has asked governors in the region to invest more in education to create a society of intellectuals and productive youths. He made the statement in an interview with DAILY POST in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State. Uthman stated that putting education first in the Southwest governors’ administration would boost productivity and economic growth, emphasizing the role of Nigerian students and young in nation-building. Governors throughout the region, he believes, should prioritize education as a primary priority in their government. “Qualitative and quantitative education solves many societal problems, brings social and economic wealth, and it also builds a liveable society where progress accelerates,” he stated. “A country with standard education, both qualitative and quantitative, has solved all of its key difficulties,” the NANS head said. A society that is educated and liberal is advancing. A strong education has a multiplier effect that impacts security, the economy, and other aspects of life. “If our government invests heavily in education, infrastructure development in the industry, and appropriate money for quality research equipment, the economy and security will fall into place as they should.” He also advised states to run their administrations with the youth in mind, claiming that most of the development made in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Ondo, Ekiti, and Osun can be attributed to the fact that the youth are liberal. Because students account for the majority of the youth, Uthman recommended that the government continue to prioritize student mental education. He urged student leaders in the region to join the demand for education reform.