Nigeria cannot secure its future without early childhood investment, By Hope Lekwa & Omei Bongos

Premiumtimesng | 28-05-2026 10:37am |

Nigeria's current expenditure of less than ₦500 per child per day highlights a significant disparity between the nation's aspirations for long-term economic growth and its actual investment in early childhood development. This underfunding poses serious implications for the country's future, as it may lead to sustained underperformance in various sectors. The lack of adequate investment in foundational education contributes to lower productivity levels, insufficient human capital formation, and an increasing demographic gap. Addressing this issue is crucial for Nigeria to secure a more prosperous and sustainable future.

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