Room to Read Highlights Nigeria's Role in Ending Illiteracy in Africa

Room to Read, an NGO, emphasizes Nigeria's significance in combating illiteracy in Africa. The organization's Africa Regional Director, Collin Munen, discussed Room to Read's efforts in 29 countries, impacting 52 million children.

Nigeria, with a diverse linguistic landscape and a large population, is a key focus. Room to Read is launching literacy initiatives in Nigeria, distributing storybooks in indigenous languages like Yoruba, Igbo, and Hausa.

The pilot program aims to reach 126 schools in Oyo, Osun, Anambra, Enugu, and Kano states, targeting the three most spoken languages in Nigeria.