Over 60 million Nigerian adults are currently classified as illiterate, lacking basic reading, writing, and numeracy skills. The Federal Government, through the National Commission for Mass Literacy, Adult and Non-Formal Education (NMEC), has reiterated its commitment to reversing this trend. New initiatives are being introduced to strengthen adult education and modernise learning frameworks across the country. NMEC Director-General, Professor Olu Adebiyi, stated that "we are aligning our strategies with global best practices to ensure inclusivity and scalability." The commission plans to expand outreach through community learning centres and integrate digital tools to reach remote populations. The government also aims to collaborate with development partners and local stakeholders to boost programme funding and implementation. These efforts are part of a broader push to meet national development goals linked to education and poverty reduction. The initiative comes amid growing concern over the socioeconomic impact of widespread illiteracy, particularly in rural areas.