Children’s Day: Almajiri Commission Promises Quality Education For All Children
By Alice Etuka, Abuja
The National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children’s Education (NCAOOSCE) has reiterated its commitment to ensure that all Almajiri and out-of-school children have access to quality education.
Executive Secretary of NCAOOSCE, Dr. Muhammad Idris stated this in his message commemorating this year’s Children’s Day.
He said, “The National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children’s Education (NCAOOSCE) joins the global community to celebrate Children’s Day, with the theme “For Every Child, Every Right”.
“This theme resonates deeply with our mission to ensure that all Almajiri and out-of-school children have access to quality education and a chance to thrive”.
Dr. Idris explained that, “every child deserves the right to education, healthcare, protection, and a safe and nurturing environment to grow and develop in line with the renewed hope agenda of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration”.
He further reaffirmed his commitment to addressing the lingering issue of Out-of-school children:
“As the Executive Secretary of NCAOOSCE, I reaffirm our commitment to addressing these issues and ensuring that every child, regardless of their background or circumstances, has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We are working tirelessly to:
– Provide quality education for Almajiri and out-of-school children
– Support states and local governments in implementing effective education policies
– Collaborate with stakeholders to address the root causes of out-of-school children
– Integrate western education into the curriculum of Almajiri schools
– Equip the almajiri and out-of-school children with vocational skills to be self-reliant
– collaborate with relevant agencies to protect the fundamental rights of almajiri and out-of-school children.
“I call on all stakeholders to join us in our mission to ensure that every child has access to quality education and a brighter future. Together, we can make a difference and ensure that every child enjoys their rights and reaches their full potential. The time to act is now”, he said.
