Folasade Tinubu-Ojo, daughter of Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, has been appointed as ambassador for the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children’s Education, according to an announcement made by Muhammad Idris, the commission’s executive secretary.
Idris revealed the appointment during a visit to Tinubu-Ojo’s residence in Lagos on Friday, expressing concern over the plight of the Almajiri community.
He described how these children have been “brainwashed” into activities like begging, banditry, and other social vices, and stressed the urgent need for collective support to protect and guide them toward a brighter future.
“Non-governmental organizations, philanthropists, and compassionate Nigerians must join hands with the government to save these vulnerable children,” Idris said.
Idris noted Tinubu-Ojo’s long-standing commitment to social causes, particularly in supporting disadvantaged communities, and highlighted her advocacy for market women and her efforts in promoting trade and commerce as key factors in her appointment.
In her response, Tinubu-Ojo, who also holds the title of Iyaloja-General of Lagos, expressed gratitude for the honor and vowed to work toward improving the lives of Nigeria’s vulnerable youth.
“I am deeply honoured by this appointment and I’m committed to alleviating the plight of these vulnerable Nigerians,” she said, pledging to uphold her father’s dedication to education.
“A trained child is an insurance to the generation and to a nation. So I want to tell you that education is very, very important to our dear president,” she added, emphasizing her father’s commitment to making education his legacy for Nigeria’s children.
The commission’s move highlights the government’s effort to address issues facing Almajiris and out-of-school children, as part of a broader initiative to support vulnerable communities.
