The Federal Government and the International Labour Organisation (ILO) have renewed efforts to eradicate child labour through the validation of the National Policy and Action Plan on Child Labour (2026–2030).

The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, Dr Kamil Shoretire, at the opening of a two-day validation meeting yesterday in Abuja, described the exercise as a significant milestone.

Shoretire, represented by the Director of Inspectorate in the ministry, Mrs Olaolu Olaitan, said the meeting underscored Nigeria’s commitment to protecting children from exploitation and securing a brighter future for coming generations.

He commended the ILO for its sustained technical and financial support to the ministry, saying the partnership had strengthened institutional frameworks, enhanced stakeholder capacity and improved data collection systems nationwide.

“Through our long-standing partnership, we have recorded notable progress in strengthening institutional frameworks, building stakeholder capacity, improving data collection systems and enhancing national awareness on the harmful effects of child labour,” he said.