Tinubu launches action plan to tackle child labour

Summary

President Bola Tinubu has set out a four-year plan to address child labour as part of Nigeria’s development agenda.

Highlights

• Tinubu said the federal government will intensify efforts against the root causes of child labour.
• He linked the issue to education, poverty reduction, economic growth, food security, human capital development and national security.
• The president spoke in Abuja at the National Dialogue on implementing Nigeria’s Child Labour Policy and National Action Plan (2026-2030).
• He was represented at the event by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume.
• Tinubu also said the government is strengthening labour inspection, child protection and support for vulnerable households.