Nigeria pledges over N112 billion to protect children and ensure safe schools over three years.

Nigeria's government has pledged over N112 billion to protect children and ensure safe schools over the next three years. Announced during Universal Children's Day celebrations, the funding is part of the National Plan for Financing Safe Schools. This initiative aims to create inclusive and safe learning environments, supporting the government's commitment to children's rights through laws like the Child Rights Act and the Violence Against Persons Prohibition Act. The government calls for collective action to address issues like child labor, trafficking, and harmful cultural practices.

November 20, 2024
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