Stakeholder have recommended eight-month timeline to eradicate street begging as part of efforts to reform the Almajiri and Tsangaya education systems and 12 years age limit for enrolling children into Tsangaya education systems outside their home states.
Sheikh Aliyu Ahmad Abdul-Fathi, Chairman of the Borno State Arabic and Tsangaya Board, announced the resolutions after a two-day summit in Borno to address challenges in the Almajiri and Tsangaya education system.
“The summit agreed to establish a minimum enrollment age to ensure that children are adequately prepared for the curriculum.
“Community education initiatives were also proposed to raise awareness about the importance of enrolling children at the appropriate age.
“Traditionally, the enrollment age for Tsangaya education in Borno was seven years.
“Parents or guardians bringing children for Tsangaya education would also be required to provide food supplies for their wards.
“Community leaders and traditional rulers were urged to enforce the proposed enrollment age,” Sheikh Abdul-Fathi said.
The stakeholders noted the successes achieved by the Tsangaya Board since its creation and appealed to the government to prioritize the needs of street children, emphasizing their right to education and care.
He said many prominent figures, including Supreme Court judges, professors, generals, and top politicians, are products of the Tsangaya education system.
The summit also highlighted the importance of closer collaboration between parents and teachers, as well as increased community involvement in school programmes to create a supportive learning environment.
The stakeholders emphasized the need for extensive advocacy and sensitization efforts by the government to educate parents about the dangers of child neglect and its broader societal impacts.
- Certificate Forgery: Bauchi teacher Fired After 23 Years In Service - October 24, 2025
- Era Of Treating Domestic Violence As A Family Matter Is Over– Police - October 24, 2025
- Insecurity: Kwara State Govt Shutdown 45 Public Schools - October 23, 2025