This work was carried out in collaboration between all authors. Author OAS designed the study, performed the statistical analysis, and wrote the first draft of the manuscript. Author OIP Peter managed the analyses of the study, managed the literature searches and wrote the protocol. All authors read and approved the final manuscript.

Vocational Technical Education (VTE) systems play a crucial role in the social and economic development o f a nation. Vocational and technical education a multifaceted, multi-disciplinary and pragm atic fie ld o f study, is aim ed at equipping the individuals with requisite vocational and technical education literacy skills, which will enhance their relevance and functionality in the society. As a result, it plays a vital and indispensable role in the development o f the society. This paper therefore examines concept o f the development o f vocational and technical education in Nigeria, its significance and role with regards to the Economic and Technology development in Nigeria, concept o f Vocational Technical Education and Training (VTET), VTE and National Development. Other issues discussed are VTET fo r self-reliance and National Development, the administration o f VTE in Nigeria, the challenges ahead as well as possible and suggestions fo r moving VTE forw ard with enhanced effectiveness fo r the benefit o f the nation and incoming generations.