The 2026 edition of the global observance has “Protect Play, Protect Childhood” as its theme to champion and protect this right and to raise awareness about the importance of play.
He urged the state government to deploy operatives of the Amotekun Corps, the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies to schools across the state.
Mr Bawa-Niworo was abducted on September 29, 2025.
The Kaduna State Universal Basic Education Board has provided tablets to 20 newly deployed teachers at the Universal Basic Education Board Model Smart School.
He said the recruitment board ignored prior recommendations to guide the process.
“Adeniran has worked closely with us at the grassroots, and we have seen first-hand how his decisions positively impact both administrators and learners,” the forum stated.
Ms Saka-Eletu noted that some individuals screened had already shown signs of serious glaucoma.
He appealed for the support, prayers and trust of the Oyo people.
He noted that providing adequate instructional materials is critical to improving teaching effectiveness.
Mr Sani said that the excursion was designed to expose pupils to real-life agricultural practices beyond classroom teaching.
