The Niger government says it has constituted a committee to revitalise Almajiri education and reduce out-of-school children in the state.
August 21, 2024 4:37 pmThe Niger government says it has constituted a committee to revitalise Almajiri education in reducing the number of out-of-school children in the state.
He said the Almajiri system is seeking Islamic knowledge but it has become a problem over the years due to neglect.“The number of children roaming the streets rather than seeking knowledge is regrettable,” Gwada said. Muhammed Dattijo Usman, secretary of the committee, said it met with the Ulama, an educated class of religious scholars in the area, to help in conveying its plans to the grassroots.Abubakar Yahaya, the traditional council chair, said the children are entitled to seek Islamic knowledge anywhere.
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