2027: Keep Nigerian children out of political campaigns

Daily Trust | 22-08-2026 08:07am |

As Nigeria enters another election season, there are concerns about the use of school-age children in political campaigns. Political parties and politicians are urged to avoid recruiting, transporting, or mobilizing children for rallies, as such activities are considered inappropriate for minors. Children should be in classrooms and safe environments, not used to inflate crowd sizes. The issue is particularly pressing given the ease with which children can be mobilized for political purposes.

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