Niger Government and AGILE Promote Girls' Education in 2026

On October 16, 2026, the Niger Government, in collaboration with the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project, called for an end to child marriage and increased investment in girls' education during the commemoration of the 2026 International Day of the Girl Child at Day Secondary School in Minna. Mrs Hadiza Mohammed, the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, urged parents, community leaders, and stakeholders to support girls in realizing their aspirations.

She emphasized that investing in girls' education is crucial for societal development. AGILE State Coordinator, Mrs Maimuna Tahir, identified child marriage, harmful traditional beliefs, and insecurity as barriers to girls' education.

The project has renovated over 300 schools, established 110 life-skills and vocational centers for married girls, and provided conditional cash transfers to over 8,000 women and girls. The event included lectures, drama, debates, and poetry presentations to raise awareness about girls' rights and education.