Nigeria: Reps seek free, compulsory education for all Nigerian children — Africa Links 24

House of Representatives on Tuesday at plenary adopted a motion calling for the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) to ensure every Nigerian child has access to free and compulsory education.

The lawmakers explained that this was in line with Article 17 of the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights.

The motion was moved by Rep. Obi Aguocha (LP-Abia).

Mr Aguocha had argued that it was also in line with Section 15 of the Child’s Rights Act, and Section 2 of the…