Social Justice

Nigeria's Mega-Churches and Out-of-School Children

About this publication

Examining the intersection of religious philanthropy and the education crisis facing Nigerian children. Olaide proposes that large churches and mosques in Lagos build or adopt basic schools as their networks expand. He argues that such partnerships need transparent reporting, inclusive enrolment and public standards for teaching and child protection.

Publisher
Premium Times
Publication date
31 Mar 2026
Format
Op-ed
Topic
Social Justice

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