In Jigawa State, government and education stakeholders are renewing efforts to address learning poverty a situation in which many children are unable to read or solve simple math problems at the completion of basic school.
Inspired by the measurable gains achieved through the UK-funded Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria (PLANE) programme in selected local government areas (LGAs), the Jigawa State Government is scaling up PLANE’s evidence-based foundational learning initiatives across all its 27 LGAs. Building on proven results in seven pilot areas, this expansion includes recruiting and training teachers, reproducing instructional materials, and continuing free education for girls – a major move toward improving learning outcomes for every child.
Download to learn more about this intervention and the successes recorded.
