The number of children and young people out of school worldwide has reached a staggering 273 million, according to a recent report by the UN Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). This alarming figure marks the seventh consecutive year of an increase in the number of out-of-school children and young people.
The report highlights a disturbing trend that threatens the future of millions of young minds. Experts warn that the absence of quality education can have far-reaching consequences, including higher rates of poverty, inequality, and social unrest.
The 2026 Global Education Monitoring (GEM) report sheds light on the scale of the problem, revealing the devastating impact of educational exclusion on individuals, communities, and nations.
The UNESCO report is a stark reminder of the federal government's failure to address the crippling education crisis in Nigeria. With over 10 million children out of school, the country's education sector is in shambles. The government's inaction has dire consequences for the future of Nigerian children, who are being denied the right to quality education. The economic costs of this neglect are also staggering, with the loss of potential talent and productivity likely to have a lasting impact on the country's economic growth.
