1School Of Education College Of Education, Agbor
Right to education is one of the fundamental rights recognized and guaranteed in international, regional and local instruments. Nigeria as a signatory to most of the human rights instrument is expected to ensure the effectiveness of the implementation of the relevant provisions of the conventions that guarantee right to education. The provision of education in Nigeria is a right and should therefore be available and accessible to the Nigerian child as a proof of the protection of the said right. However, the implementation of the child right to education in Nigeria remains a mirage. This paper posits that under Nigerian law, children suffer many prejudices, including seclusion and discrimination in terms of education. It also examines and analyzes the challenges facing the implementation of the child’s right to education in Nigeria. It argues that such practices amount to a violation of the Nigerian commitments and obligations under international and regional laws to provide education for all. The paper, amongst others, calls on the Nigerian government to put in place adequate laws and policies advancing the right of children.
Education, Child, Nigeria, Right
