Insecurity, lack of play undermining children’s cognitive learning in Nigerian schools — UNICEF

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has expressed concern that insecurity and the lack of adequate play opportunities in schools are negatively affecting the cognitive development and learning outcomes of children across Nigeria. DAILY POST reports that UNICEF warned that the trend could have long-term consequences for children’s educational attainment and overall well-being.
Celine Lafoucriere, Chief of Field Office, UNICEF Lagos, stated this in her remarks at the 2026 International Day of Play celebration and Early Childhood Education (ECE) Media Dialogue and Play Day event held in Lagos.
The event, themed “Protect Play, Protect Childhood,” was organised by UNICEF in collabo...