By Abubakar Yunusa
The National Commission for Mass Literacy Adult and non formal Education has urged the federal government to support non-governmental organizations (NGOs) like Regy Henry Amazing Grace Foundation (RHAGF), in addressing social vices in Nigeria.
The commission advocates supporting the foundation through provision of non-formal education materials and provision of empowerment kits to expand its skills acquisition program.
Director of Monitoring and Evaluation Department at the Commission, Dr. Babajide Williams, who stated this at RHAGF’s skill acquisition centre located within Mabuchi Primary School, in Abuja, described the initiative as significant for the foundation as well as the commission.
He noted that the programme, which drew a wide range of stakeholders in the education sector, demonstrated readiness to empower more Nigerians in need and called for support from all circles in Abuja.
Also, the acting director emphasized the importance of skills development and Lauded the NGO for their innovation.
“I pray that the government’s eyes are opened to recognize that apart from the formal school system wh8ch they heavily invest on,there is the nonformal ,a significant and important sector that deals with the marginalised,the unreached like what Regy and Henry Amazing Grace foundation is doing ;
helping to empower young ladies to achieve a meaningful life.”
Addressing journalists on the sidelines of the event, Duru Regina, the National Coordinator of the foundation, said, “We work in the slums across Nigeria, operating in about nine slums in the FCT. Our goal is to reach people in hard-to-reach areas and ensure they receive skills training and support in life issues.
“The NGO’s objectives focus on addressing poverty, unemployment, and illiteracy levels.”
Similarly, Head of the Department of Vocational Skills and Continuing Education at the commission, Ejieji Nnena Jane explained, “Upon discovering that they deal with the marginalized, including sex workers in the slums of Abuja.
“We decided to align with the project. This is an impactful way of aiding our young women in challenging situations.”
On her part, Deputy Director of Basic Education, Joy Onoja added, “It’s one of the programs that you rarely see in our society.
“The people she’s raising are often labeled by society as ‘never-do-wells.’”
