School closures during the pandemic worsened existing inequalities, and children who were already at the greatest risk of missing out on quality education were hit the hardest.
Nigeria is witnessing a tragedy of epic proportions.
While our constitution guarantees basic human rights for all citizens, this is far from the reality for many of us.
These statistics reflect a broken system that makes it difficult for most students to thrive and fulfil their potential.
The statistics reflect a broken system that makes it difficult for the majority to thrive and fulfill their potential.
Children living in poverty are often the worst hit by these statistics, with their education — and therefore their life choices, being severely affected.
Building a Movement of Leaders
It will take a movement of leaders working together at all levels of the system to provide an excellent, equitable education to all of Nigeria’s children. Teach for Nigeria is committed to fuelling Nigerian leadership to guarantee our children their human rights and to enable them to fulfil their full potential.
