Abstract

While acknowledging the epochal nature of the educational reforms introduced by the Obasanjo administration, especially at the basic educational level, it is important to note that teachers who are the major stake-holder, had not been properly carried along in the formulation and implementation of the reform. This study therefore, examined the extent of basic school teachers’ involvement in the reforms at the basic educational level in Nigeria. Findings in the study showed that the level of basic school teachers’ involvement in the reform was still very low. It was presumed that the reforms may not be successful without adequate enlightenment and involvement of teachers who are the grass root implementers of the education policy. The paper has suggested strategies towards enhancing teachers’ involvement in the successful implementation of the reforms of basic education in Ilorin, in particular, and other parts of the Nigeria in general.

Key words: Basic education, reform, teachers' involvement, adequate enlightenment.