In faraway Paris, President Bola Tinubu has re-affirmed his administration’s commitment to prioritizing education for Nigerian children.
Tinubu made the pledge on Thursday while interacting with
French President Emmanuel Macron at the Palais des Élysée in Paris.
He outlined plans to significantly reduce the number of
out-of-school children through innovative return-to-class initiatives and
skills development programs.
The President highlighted the government’s ongoing efforts to create a supportive framework that ensures school-age children re-enter classrooms, emphasizing the role of motivation and skill acquisition in this initiative.
“In order to bridge the gap for some who are of age, and
have been out of school for a while, we will encourage skills development,” the
President added.
Accompanied by First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the
Nigerian President told President Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron that Nigeria’s
developmental potential hinges on a well-educated populace.
“The insecurity in some parts of the country makes it hard
for children to return to school, but we are gradually re-populating the
classrooms. And we need skills development to bridge the gaps,” the President
stated.
The President emphasized the notable progress in enhancing
security across Nigeria, employing “kinetic” strategies as part of the
peace-building process.
“With some more efforts, we will be able to get some level
of stability. We had a very good harvest this year. And as soon as more farmers
can go back to the farm, we will have more stability in harvest and supply,” he
said.
On his part, President Macron acknowledged Nigeria’s vast
growth potential and the importance of investing in educational initiatives. He
reflected on his formative experiences during a six-month internship at the
French Embassy in Nigeria, including visits to Lagos and Kano.
Macron and Brigitte Macron expressed gratitude to President
Tinubu and Senator Oluremi Tinubu for their State Visit, promising to elevate
the France-Nigeria partnership to new heights.
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