President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has taken a decisive step to address the challenges of out-of-school children by directing the reinstatement of the school feeding programme. The initiative, which had been suspended during the tenure of former President Muhammadu Buhari, is set to be restored as part of a strategy to combat the learning crisis and enhance educational outcomes.
President Tinubu emphasized the critical connection between addressing the learning crisis and effectively tackling the issue of out-of-school children. Recognizing the long-term impact of educational challenges on the nation, the directive aims to reinstate the school feeding programme as a crucial measure in promoting school enrollment and attendance.
The Minister of Education, Prof Tahir Mamman, revealed this development during a one-day retreat focused on quick wins in the middle ministerial deliverables from 2023 to 2027. Prof Mamman highlighted that President Tinubu had specifically instructed the transfer of the school feeding programme from the Ministry of Humanitarian to the Ministry of Education.
The decision underscores the belief that a well-implemented school feeding programme can contribute significantly to overcoming barriers to education, ensuring that children have access to regular meals while attending school. The revival of this initiative aligns with the broader vision of President Tinubu to enhance the educational landscape and address the multifaceted challenges hindering children from accessing quality education.
