PASSIVE IMPACT OF INCESSSANT STRIKE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OFPHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION.

Abstract

This study gave the concept of strike in Nigeria and the timeline of recent striking activities of tertiary institutions in
Nigeria including the history of Physical and Health education in Nigeria. This study also delves into the multifaceted
repercussions of strike on education and society, as assessed by a survey of respondents, with 3 missing data points,
representing atotal of 67 participants. The data collected from 70 respondents who responded to a modified 4- point
Likert’s scale questionnaire, were analyzed to derive insights into the effects of the strike. The population for the study
was 190. The mean, standard deviation, and percentages were calculated for each item to quantify and understand the
respondents’ viewpoints. From the findings majority of respondents (87%) accept that the strike negatively affected the
quality of physical and health education. The findings reveales that the strike has significantly affected the quality of physical
and health education in schools, with a noticeable decrease in motivation among both students and educators. Curriculum and
implementation have been, disrupted, raising concerns about the long-term impact on educational standards. Moreover, the
strike has heightened the risk of health problems among students and teachers. Beyond education, the strike has had broader
societal implications. It has eroded social cohesion and trust among different groups, and damaged the nation's reputation and
competitiveness in the global market. Additionally, the strike has raised concerns about an increase in violence and a potential
threat to democratic values. This research provides valuable insights into the complex web of consequences resulting
froma major strike, and the importance of addressing not only the immediateeducational disruptions but also the broader
societal implications. It underscores the need for proactive measures to mitigate the adverse effects and maintain the
integrity of education and society as a whole.