By Emmanuel Kwada
Adamawa State is set to witness a significant boost in girls’ education, thanks to the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment – Additional Funding (AGILE-AF).
The organization has announced plans to construct 64 classrooms across all 21 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in the state.
This initiative aims to improve access to quality education for adolescent girls aged 13-19, provide them with safe learning spaces, and reduce school dropout rates among girls in the state.
According to Prof. Sofeme Jebson, the lead implementor of the Safe Spaces component of the AGILE-AF, this project will create conducive environments for learning and empowerment of girls through life skills education.
Safe spaces are critical for creating successful learning environments and improving student performance
The Adamawa State Commissioner for Education, Garba Umar Pella, commended the initiative, stating that “safe spaces are critical for creating successful learning environments and improving student performance.”
He also praised Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri for his dedication to education, highlighting the state’s investment of over ₦7 billion in external examinations and scholarships for 50 students to study in China.
The AGILE-AF project will also offer digital literacy and skills training to empower girls with tools for a brighter future. The organization has urged school principals and stakeholders to submit their school account details to facilitate the project, ensuring no community misses out on this life-changing opportunity.
providing them with the education and skills they need to thrive
This initiative is expected to have a far-reaching impact on the lives of adolescent girls in Adamawa State, providing them with the education and skills they need to thrive and contribute meaningfully to their communities.
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