Religious Education As Developmental Tool In 21st Century Africa

The near absence of moral values appears to be responsible for most of the troubles bedeviling the African continent. For instance, Nigeria political and socio-economic woes are due largely to the lack or near absence of moral values. This paper articulates the potentiality of religious education to drive development in this 21st century Africa. The study uses the qualitative research approach which relies on argumentation that rigorously and strictly adheres to the rules of logical syllogism and coherence. The findings indicate that education is a determinant factor for the development of any nation or society. Again, the study found that right values and morals are adequately integrated in educational system through religious teachings. The study demonstrates that the change of the human person through re-emphasis on moral values is a prerequisite for the development of 21st century Africa and reveals that no nation can rise above the quality of her educated citizenry. The paper concludes that 21st century Africa can be mobilized and inspired towards using religious education to drive development in the continent.