ADULT EDUCATION FOR SOCIAL RIGHTS IN THE PRACTICE OF DEMOCRACY IN NIGERIA

Abstract

The value of upholding the rights of individuals in society especially in this post COVID-19 era can never be over-emphasized. The economic, political, cultural, and social rights of citizens is what sets the parameters of what is expected by citizens from the government as we exist and socialise in society. It is also what gives the legal backing to citizens and what protects them from undue interferences and pressure from individuals, corporate and government organiations. In Nigeria, there are serious social issues which infringe on the social rights of citizens. There is the problem of insecurity, regular kidnapping, unemployment, and low standard of living. It is believed that these long lingering social issues which are rooted in corruption can be curbed via adult education which will in turn, bring about improved democratic practice by the government so that citizens are safe and protected. The paper discussed the concept of adult education and how it can promote social rights in the practice of Nigerian democracy in the post COVID-19 era. It examined related concepts on democracy and social rights as well as their value to national development.