Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has launched an initiative aimed at tackling the increasing number of out-of-school children in the state. Speaking at the launch of the Lagos Education Access Fund, he announced a significant investment of $25 million, designed to ensure that children attend school regularly. The governor emphasized that a new executive order will be enforced, targeting children who are found roaming the streets during school hours, reinforcing the responsibility of parents and local communities to ensure school attendance among children.

In his address, Sanwo-Olu underscored the critical nature of school attendance and expressed determination to hold parents and institutions accountable in this effort. He articulated a vision where no child should be outside during school hours, asserting that there must be valid reasons for any child's absence from school. The proactive measures indicate a strategic shift from merely increasing school enrolment figures to ensuring consistent attendance and educational outcomes for all children.

By implementing the Lagos Education Access Fund and the related executive order, the government aims to create a structured approach to education that not only boosts enrolment but also supports the ongoing educational journey of students. This initiative comes in response to the urgent need for effective solutions to the challenges posed by out-of-school children, a problem that many regions in Nigeria face, further underlining the government’s commitment to improving educational access and equity in Lagos State.