The recent report by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) revealing that a staggering 75 percent of primary school age pupils in Nigeria are unable to
In this regard also, efforts to eradicate poverty must be intensified. As of 2022, an estimated population of 88.4 million people in Nigeria lived in extreme poverty, with the poverty threshold at 1.90 U.S. dollars a day. This stood as an increase from the previous year, when an estimated 86.7 million people lived in what is glibly described as state of poverty.
Addressing social norms that hinder education, particularly for girls, is critical. Awareness campaigns, community engagement, and legislative measures should be employed to challenge discriminatory practices and promote gender equality in education. Disturbingly, in our opinion, no fewer than 615 schools have remained shut in some troubled states owing to attacks by terrorists in different parts of the country.
NGOs play a crucial role in reaching underserved communities, providing educational opportunities to those who are most vulnerable and marginalized.
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