The European Union ambassador to Nigeria, Gautier Mignot, on Tuesday, visited victims of the Yelewata attacks and pledged more support for them.
On Tuesday, the Sokoto government inaugurated a digital skills training centre to empower Almajiri children and out-of-school adolescent girls in the state.
Mr Munduate emphasised that Mr Tinubu’s directive prioritised the welfare of the children.
Ms Balarabe stated that the project would benefit about 1,273,222 primary school pupils.
In Nigeria, key gaps in breastfeeding support include insufficient maternity leave policies, lack of workplace support, and inadequate access to breastfeeding education.
He acknowledged the contributions of UNICEF and other partner organisations toward improving maternal and healthcare of residents of the state.
“This is a huge burden and calls for deliberate efforts to address,” he said.
“Education is a key driver of gender equality, economic growth, and social development.’’
He said that disasters had continually taken a toll on the citizens yearly, resulting in loss of lives and means of livelihoods.
According to her, Nigerian children are also confronted with flooding, drought and severe storms.
