25.6% of primary, 29.6% of secondary Nigerian children not in school; VP Shettima urges increased funding, collaborative approach to tackle education crisis.

Vice President Kashim Shettima has highlighted the urgent need to tackle Nigeria's out-of-school crisis, noting that 25.6% of primary and 29.6% of secondary school-age children are currently not in school. He stressed the importance of increasing education funding and a collaborative approach involving various stakeholders to ensure every child, especially girls, receives quality education. The Nigeria Governors' Forum is committed to addressing barriers to education, including poverty and early marriage.

October 10, 2024
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