By Jude Opara, Abuja
Zamfara state government has in a landmark move launched its pilot school feeding programme, with the major aim of combating child hunger, boost school enrollment, and reduce the number of out-of-school children.
Governor Dauda Lawal who officially launched the programme in Gusao, the state capital added that it is the advent— a bold and people-driven initiative aligned with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu.
In a statement issued in Abuja by the Office of Senior Special Assistant to the president on School Feeding (OSSAP-SF), Dr. Yetunde Adeniji said her office will through her dedicated leadership and coordination continue to uplift the vulnerable children in Nigeria.
“This programme is not only about feeding children—it’s about restoring dignity, improving access to education, and fighting poverty.
“We are proud to be working with visionary leaders like Dr. Yetunde Adeniji to deliver on our shared promise,” Governor Lawal declared.
The programme is supported by key development partners including the World Bank (AGILE), UNICEF, International Center for Economic Development (ICED), FINPACT Development Foundation.
Yetunde who identified out-of-school children in 14 local councils of the state, she assured that through sustainable pilot interventions, the collaboration will mark a turning point in Zamfara’s education sector.
“Together, we are ensuring that no child is left behind — nourishing minds and bodies one plate at a time. This is what impact looks like. This is Renewed Hope in Action,” she stated.
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