ABSTRACT

This project work attempts to look into the various effects of adult functional literacy programme on economic development. It also examines how effective adult functional literacy programme has contributed to individual development.

The methodological study attempts some strategies and practical solutions to some of the perceived problems that emasculate or hindered effective and efficient adult functional literacy programme.

It is the believe of the researcher that if the information in this project work is carefully utilized, it will produce the result of advancing economic development through functional literacy programmes.

Finally, this project work is of immense value for those who need a true understanding of adult functional literacy programme. Its chapters and subject matters constitute part of the intellectual equipment on the usefulness of literacy programmes.