House of Representatives Calls for Compulsory Enrollment of Out-of-School Children

The House of Representatives has passed a resolution urging state governments to mandate the enrollment of children in school, aiming to tackle the issue of out-of-school children in Nigeria. The decision also calls for relevant state agencies to take action against children found loitering during school hours, with their parents facing appropriate consequences.

The motion, presented by Rep Olamijuwonlo Ayodeji Alao Akala during the plenary session on Wednesday, highlighted challenges hindering the realization of the right to education, including low enrollment rates, particularly among girls, and inadequate infrastructure in schools.

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In response to the education crisis, the House emphasized the need for swift action to promote efficiency, productivity, and security for the future of Nigerian children.

Following deliberations, the House made several recommendations, including:

1. Urging the federal government to increase budgetary allocation for education to facilitate free basic education for all Nigerian children.

2. Calling on the Ministry of Education to ensure the implementation of free basic education without hidden charges.

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3. Directing the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) to establish minimum standards for basic education and ensure strict monitoring and auditing of teaching and non-teaching staff.

The resolution reflects the House's commitment to addressing the challenges facing the education sector and underscores the importance of collaboration between the federal and state governments to improve access to quality education for all Nigerian children.