The Nigerian Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has called for greater emphasis on educating the girl-child, asserting that such investments are key to breaking the cycle of poverty in the country.
Speaking on Friday in Abuja during the inauguration of the implementation committees for the Luminah 2030 and Quality Education and Learning Outcomes Initiatives, Dr. Alausa highlighted that these initiatives are specifically designed to address the challenge of out-of-school children.
The initiatives are aimed at creating an educational system that benefits all children, especially girls, and provides them with a brighter future.
“Educating a girl is an investment in breaking the poverty cycle for generations,” he stated. “These initiatives are significant steps toward transforming our educational system. By focusing on the education of our children, particularly girls, we are paving the way for a more prosperous and promising future.”
The inauguration of the committees was not only a launch of these programs but also a reaffirmation of the country’s commitment to building an inclusive, equitable, and high-quality education system.
Alausa introduced several committees under both the Quality Education and Learning Outcomes Program and the Luminah 2030 initiative. These committees include the National Monitoring of Learning Achievement, Teacher Capacity Building, and the National Steering Committee for Luminah 2030, among others.
He urged the members of these committees to approach their tasks with dedication and professionalism. “Together, we must continue to innovate and ensure that no child is left behind,” he said, stressing the importance of collective effort in the success of these initiatives.
Dr. Alausa also expressed gratitude to various stakeholders, including the Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Ahmad, and other development partners, for their support in the mission to improve education in Nigeria.
Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad, the Minister of State for Education, also spoke at the event, emphasizing that the initiatives will reshape the future of Nigerian education.
She outlined that empowering educators with the right training and resources would ensure that quality, inclusive, and future-ready education is delivered across the country.
“Education remains the cornerstone of sustainable development,” she said. “Through initiatives like Luminah, we are not just educating individuals but fostering stronger families and more resilient communities.”
Both ministers reiterated their commitment to creating an inclusive educational environment, particularly for the girl-child, as a means of empowering future generations.
