Nigeria's Government Enhances Child Protection Ahead of Manila Conference

The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the child protection system and translating its commitments to end violence against children into measurable actions. This commitment was made during the National Preparatory Meeting for Nigeria’s participation at the Second Global Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Children (EVAC), which is set for November 18-19, 2026, in Manila, Philippines.

Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Honourable Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, was represented by Mr. Ali Andrew Madugu, Director of Child Development, who delivered the keynote address. The meeting aimed to consolidate Nigeria’s progress since the First Global Ministerial Conference in Bogotá, Colombia, in 2024.

The Minister emphasized the need for results-based reporting and highlighted key areas of the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Social Impact Interventions, including the implementation of the revised Child Rights Act and promoting positive parenting. The Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development has also validated critical national policies and operational frameworks related to child protection.