FG to establish 24 skills acquisition, entrepreneurship centres
He said the administration has embarked on key transformative policies to create conducive learning environment across the country.
Tinubu, who was represented by the FCT Minister of State, Dr Mariya Mahmoud, re-affirmed his administration’s commitment to all matters relating to the well-being and development of the Nigerian child.
He said that the Federal government established the National Education Data System, and approved skill development for all levels of education, and teachers training in digital skills.
“Government is committed to establishing 24 skills and innovation hubs and Entrepreneurship Centres across the country.
“Also, the FG is set to inaugurate private sector Innovation Enterprise Centres across the country to deliver on the skills acquisition programme of the government.
“The government is also building 91 Vocational Centres in secondary schools across the country to ensure that all levels of education enjoy the impact of our policy.
“We are also working with the State Commissioners of Women Affairs and the State Ministries of Education, State Universal Basic Education Board and Civil Society Organizations to ensure quality education and skills development for Nigerian children.”
Minister of Women Affairs, Mrs Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, assured the children that their rights would be protected.
“When it comes to fighting for your rights, I shall always be there for you because Mr. President said the poor shall breathe and the children are one of the vulnerables.”
Mrs Adedayo Benjamin-Laniyi, Mandate Secretary, Women Affairs Secretariat, FCT Administration, said they were working to ensure that every child in the FCT has access to quality education and skills.