GASPRO International Journal of Eminent Scholars

ABSTRACT
The study sought to critical analyze the UPE and UBE policy. The Universal Primary
Education (UPE) is a goal stated in many national development plans and pursued with
vigour by governments of most developing countries. The Universal Basic Education (UBE)
in Nigeria was introduced in 1999 to improve the educational system in the country. The
policy was aimed at primary education and junior secondary schools which are the
foundations of education worldwide. The article reviewed the objectives and challenges of
implementation of UPE/UBE Policies. The study concluded that if UPE and UBE policies are
properly implemented, it will help in building sustainability safeguards into its on-going
effort to bring basic education to all and, through education, contribute to the attainment of
the MDG goals. One of the recommendations was that, for effective, management, and
implementation of the UPE/UBE, there is need of full participation and cooperation from the
public, professionals, and the government.
KEYWORDS: UPE, UBE and Policy Analysis