Primary school pupils in Lagos are learning about the harms of corruption, with books like Ansa’s Speech being used to educate children about bribery and its consequences.
-The NGO Step Up Nigeria has been actively visiting schools since 2018 to distribute anti-corruption books, reaching over 50,000 children across the country. They use books, animated films, and games to teach children about corruption’s harmful effects.
-The initiative emphasizes teaching children, the leaders of tomorrow, about the importance of fighting corruption to improve infrastructure, education, and public services in Nigeria.
-Ansa’s Speech has been added to Lagos state’s list of recommended books for schools as part of an effort to combat corruption, aligning with President Bola Tinubu’s pledge to tackle graft.
-Teachers, including headteacher Ndukwu Mercy, are creatively using anti-corruption books and activities like theatre and poetry to engage students in discussions about corruption.
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