UBEC Urges Enrollment Drive to Curb Out-of-School Children

Aisha Garba, the Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), expresses concern over the impact of out-of-school children on national development in Nigeria. Garba emphasizes the importance of accelerating enrollment drives to reduce the number of children out of school.

UBEC, in collaboration with UNICEF, is implementing interventions to enhance the learning environment, increase teaching materials, improve teacher quality, and involve stakeholders in school management. The focus is on equipping children with basic numeracy and literacy skills to secure their future and contribute meaningfully to the country's development.