The Kwara State Government has approved a statewide Child Rights Training Programme for students and teachers in public and private schools as part of efforts to strengthen child protection systems and improve awareness of children’s rights.

The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Wednesday by Sterling Human Resource Development & Logistics Limited and made available in Ilorin.

According to the statement, the approval was formally communicated in a letter dated April 28, 2026, signed on behalf of the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Lawal Olohungbebe.

The programme followed a proposal submitted on April 9, 2026, requesting permission to implement a structured child rights intervention across schools in the state.

The organisation said the approval reflects government support for integrating child rights education into school systems across Kwara’s three senatorial districts.

It explained that the training would be implemented in phases across selected public and private schools to ensure broad participation and effective stakeholder engagement.

The sessions are expected to focus on child rights principles, safeguarding responsibilities, and practical response strategies for handling violations within school environments.

Teachers will receive guidance on identifying, preventing, and responding appropriately to child abuse or neglect cases, while students will be educated on discipline, accountability, and responsible behaviour.

According to the organisers, participants will undergo assessments at the end of the programme to evaluate their understanding of the lessons taught.

Outstanding participants are expected to receive rewards, while successful attendees will be issued commendation certificates.

The organisation stated that it would fully sponsor the initiative and described it as an important step toward building safer and more inclusive learning environments across the state.

It also commended Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and the Ministry of Education for supporting the programme.

Nigeria enacted the Child Rights Act in 2003 to protect children from abuse, exploitation, trafficking, child labour, and harmful practices, while also guaranteeing access to education, healthcare, and welfare services.

Several states, including Kwara, have domesticated the law and continue to implement programmes aimed at improving child protection in schools and communities.