FG to Pay Mothers ₦15000 Monthly to Send Children to School

FG to Pay Mothers ₦15,000 Monthly to Send Children to School

FG Launches Direct Cash Transfers to Mothers to Boost School Enrollment

The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed a proposal to directly support mothers with ₦15,000 monthly conditional cash transfers aimed at increasing school enrolment and retention across the country, particularly among vulnerable families.

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Details released in a statement by the Federal Ministry of Education indicate that this move forms part of a broader reform of the National Home-Grown School Feeding Programme (NHGSFP) and related social investment efforts designed to reduce barriers to education access.

The initiative aims to ensure that children from low-income households attend school regularly and benefit from improved nutrition and learning outcomes.


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Conditional Cash Transfers to Mothers

Under the proposed scheme, mothers who meet specific conditions — such as ensuring their children are enrolled and maintain regular attendance — would receive a monthly stipend of ₦15,000.

Government officials say the measure is intended to directly reduce school absenteeism caused by financial hardship, food insecurity, and related challenges that many families face.

This programme aligns with components of Nigeria’s long-standing Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) framework, which is designed to encourage positive social outcomes, including health and education, by offering cash support to vulnerable households.

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Tackling Educational Barriers

Education analysts note that millions of Nigerian children remain out of school due to poverty, insecurity, and socio-economic pressures.

UNICEF and education advocates estimate that over 18 million children are not attending formal school, with financial constraints among the key drivers.

Government officials believe the monthly stipend for mothers will help alleviate such pressures by putting funds directly in the hands of caregivers, making it easier for families to afford basic schooling costs such as uniforms, books, transportation and meals.

Government’s Broader Education Support Agenda

The proposed stipend is part of renewed efforts by the federal government to enhance access to education and human capital development.

This includes substantial budget allocations to school feeding programmes — Nigeria allocated ₦100 billion for the NHGSFP in the 2025 budget to support school children’s nutrition and education nationwide — and other policy measures aimed at keeping children in schools.

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Despite the government’s assurances, some Nigerians remain cautious, recalling prior social benefit claims that were later clarified or debunked by authorities.

For example, the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs has previously warned the public about fraudulent social support schemes circulating on social media, including alleged child support grants falsely advertised as official programmes. 

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What Comes Next?

Officials say detailed implementation guidelines and eligibility criteria for the monthly stipends will be finalized in collaboration with relevant ministries and state governments.

A rollout timetable and registration process are expected to be announced in the coming weeks once funding arrangements are confirmed.


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