Solo Universal Journal of Islamic Education and Multiculturalism
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Solo Universal Journal of Islamic Education and Multiculturalism

Entrepreneurship Education and Multicultural Values in Nigeria: A Strategy for Job Creation and Unemployment Reduction

Aroyehun Hafsat Odunola (Unknown)
A. B. Sani, Hussain (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 Oct 2025

Abstract

Objective: This study aims to explore the role of entrepreneurship education in addressing unemployment and job creation in Nigeria, focusing on its potential to enhance self-employment, employability, and economic growth. Theoretical framework: The framework integrates entrepreneurship education with multicultural values such as tolerance, inclusivity, and diversity, emphasizing their role in shaping adaptable, socially responsible entrepreneurs. Literature review: Previous studies highlight entrepreneurship education’s ability to reduce unemployment and foster self-sufficiency. Additionally, the integration of multicultural values is seen as essential for fostering globally adaptive and socially responsible entrepreneurship. Method: The study uses a qualitative approach, reviewing literature and policies to analyze the benefits and challenges of entrepreneurship education in Nigeria, particularly regarding unemployment and cultural diversity. Results: The findings show that entrepreneurship education, enriched with multicultural values, can mitigate unemployment, drive economic growth, and foster innovation. It highlights the importance of creating a supportive economic environment for entrepreneurship. Implications: The study suggests that integrating entrepreneurship education with multicultural values can generate new economic opportunities and reduce unemployment, urging policymakers to create an enabling environment for entrepreneurship. Novelty: This study introduces the novel idea of combining multicultural values with entrepreneurship education, proposing that this integration is key to developing responsible entrepreneurs capable of succeeding in diverse global markets.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

sujiem

Publisher

Subject

Religion Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Other

Description

Focus: The focus of Sujiem is the leading journal in the field of Islamic education and multiculturalism. The journal promotes research and scholarly discussion concerning Islamic Education in Academic disciplines, focusing on the advancement of scholarship both formal and non-formal education, ...