2.8 million out-of school children in Adamawa, Borno, Yobe require emergency – Haske
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Abdulrahman Haske, has raised concern over the challenges limiting student enrollment in the northern part of the country. Haske, who was a governorship aspirant during the primary election, specifically identified Adamawa, Borno and Yobe states as key areas where millions lack access to education. According to him, […] 2.8 million out-of school…
All Progressive Congress chieftain Abdulrahman Haske has expressed deep concerns over the significant number of out-of-school children in Adamawa, Borno, and Yobe states, which amount to 2.8 million. These children urgently require emergency education support according to UNICEF data. Hundreds of schools remain closed and many classrooms have been damaged or destroyed due to conflict and insecurity in these regions.
Haske, who was a governorship aspirant during the primary election, emphasized that Nigeria's young population is a great asset, but unlocking its potential necessitates deliberate investment, especially in areas facing developmental and security challenges. Conflict, poverty, displacement, and limited economic opportunities in the Northeast continue to hinder youth development, affecting employability, entrepreneurship, innovation, and long-term economic growth.
Haske stressed the need for rebuilding damaged learning infrastructure, ensuring uninterrupted access to education, and greater inclusion of young people in leadership and decision-making processes.
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