The Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Said Ahmad, has reaffirmed the commitment of the federal government to addressing the out-of-school children crisis.
She stated this on Tuesday while speaking at the National Traditional and Religious Leaders Conference, which had the theme ‘Effective Partnerships on Girls’ Education and Addressing the Challenges of Out-of-School Children in Nigeria.’
She also emphasized that investment in girls’ education was necessary for the empowerment of families.
The Professor of Science Education said the government was committed to a Nigeria where every girl can learn, thrive, and contribute to our nation’s development.
Professor Ahmad described the out-of-school children issue as a troubling reality.
