As part of activities to mark this year’s International Day of Education, the Senator representing Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ireti Kingibe, has announced the launch of SkoolMeIRETI programme through her Indigenous People of Abuja Democratic Development Agenda (IPADDA) initiative.
Themed “Empowering Indigenous Futures: Inclusive Education for Lasting Peace,” the initiative aligns with the UN Global Theme, “Learning for Lasting Peace.”
In a statement issued on Wednesday, Senator Ireti Kingibe noted that in a global landscape marked by rising conflicts, inequality, intolerance, and discrimination, the IPADDA Initiative emphasizes the significance of a
transformed and inclusive education system as a proactive, long-term solution.
She said, “This initiative portrays education as a powerful tool for conflict prevention and the cultivation of enduring peace, guaranteeing that every learner, irrespective of their background, can exercise their inherent human right to accessible and fair-quality education.
“The IPADDA Initiative represents a step forward in the collective commitment to education for peace and sustainable development, aligning with the objectives set forth by UNESCO for the International Day of Education 2024.
