The executive secretary, Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Aisha Garba, has met with the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, to discuss initiatives aimed at enhancing the country’s educational access and security.

A statement on Sunday in Abuja by David Apeh, UBEC’s head of public relations and protocol,said the meeting focused on strategies to address challenges in the education sector.

Mr Apeh quoted Ms Garba to have said that the meeting was aimed at addressing the safety of schools, particularly in vulnerable regions and the promotion of equitable education for all children.

According to her, the meeting highlighted the critical intersection between education and national security and the need for collaboration between UBEC and the Office of the National Security Adviser.

This, she said, was geared toward improving access to basic education and safety of schools across the nation.

“This collaboration underscores the government’s commitment to fostering a secure and inclusive learning environment as part of its broader agenda to strengthen the nation’s educational framework,” she said.

The UBEC boss pledged to engage critical stakeholders to break down barriers to education and create inclusive learning opportunities for children across the six geopolitical regions of the country.

“My goal is to deliver on this mandate which includes strengthening collaboration, partnerships and institutional learning for effective service delivery.

“Together, we will work to increase access, improve quality, provide conducive and safe learning environments, and supply adequate teaching and learning materials,” she said.

She added that the commission was determined to adopt the concept of ‘best fit’ in addressing specific basic education challenges across the country.

 (NAN)