23/04/2025
I visited a young Almajiri student who recently suffered abuse at the hands of his teacher. My visit was to personally check on his health, offer comfort, and assure him that he is not alone in this trying moment.
On behalf of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, the Honourable Ministers of Education, and the entire National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children Education, I conveyed our deepest sympathies to him and his family. To further demonstrate our care and support, I presented him with items and cash gifts to aid his recovery and well-being.
Let me be unequivocal: no child in Nigeria will be allowed to suffer abuse at the hands of anyone. This administration, under the leadership of President Tinubu, will not tolerate any form of abuse against our children. We are committed to taking decisive action against perpetrators to ensure justice is served and such acts are deterred. Every child deserves to learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment, and we will work tirelessly to make this a reality.
I also wish to express my profound gratitude to His Excellency, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, the Governor of Borno State, for the proactive measures he has taken to address this issue. His leadership and dedication to the welfare of our children are commendable and serve as an inspiration to us all.
As we move forward, the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children Education remains steadfast in our mission to ensure . We will continue to advocate for the rights of every child, particularly the most vulnerable among us, and work towards a Nigeria where no child is left behind.