Renewed Hope Agenda: Women Affairs Minister Appreciates President Tinubu, Launches Child Policy/ Information Centre.

Nigeria's Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Suleiman Ibrahim has expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his Renewed Hope Agenda which she said, has placed human capital development, social protection, and the wellbeing of women and childrenc at the heart of national development

Imaan stated this during the official launch of the Child Policy and Information Centre by the  Ministry of Women Affairs.

The launch which took place in her office,  according to her,  "Marks a significant milestone in our collective efforts to safeguard the rights and well-being of every child in Nigeria.


Imaan who stated that the establishment of the Centre is a testament of a shared commitment to evidence-based policy and action, said , "For too long, child protection data in Nigeria has been fragmented, making it difficult to track progress, identify gaps, and respond effectively to the needs of our most vulnerable children. With this Centre, we are taking a bold step toward consolidating and enhancing access to reliable, real-time data and research.

"This Centre will serve as a digital hub, bringing together child protection indicators, research, and best practices from across the country. 

"It will empower policymakers, practitioners, and partners with the tools needed to make informed decisions, strengthen advocacy, and improve programmatic interventions. 

"The integration of advanced analytics, dashboards, and a knowledge repository will ensure that our responses are timely, targeted, and impactful. She stated

The Minister expressed  profound appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,  for his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to the welfare of Nigerian children. 

"Mr. President’s Renewed Hope Agenda has placed human capital development, social protection, and the wellbeing of women and children at the heart of national development. 

"This Centre stands as a practical expression of that commitment and enjoys the full support of the Federal Government under his able leadership. 

Imaan who also expressed appreciation to UNICEF and all partners for their unwavering support in making the vision a reality, said, "Your technical and financial contributions, as well as your commitment to collaboration, have been invaluable. The Minister said.


Tinister encouraged all stakeholders to actively engage with the Centre, contribute data and research, and utilize its resources to drive positive change.
"As a Ministry, we are resolved to maintain steady momentum under the Renewed Hope Agenda towards building a nation where every child’s right is protected and assured through evidence-based and policy-driven interventions.

Together, we can build a safer, more just, and more nurturing environment for Nigeria’s children. She emphasized 

While taking the vote of thanks, Mr. Musa Aliyu Musa, the Deputy Director Child Development Department,  of the Ministry expressed gratitude to the Minister and the Permanent Secretary for their visionary Leadership and unwavering support.

"Together, we are building a safer more resilient future for Nigeria's Children. He stated

 Ms. Wafaa Saeed, the Country Director UNICEF Representative to Nigeria at the Launch of the Policy and Information Centre,  also expressing joy at the launch, saying, it is  " A milestone in Nigeria's ongoing journey to safeguard the rights and well-being of every child and family.

She.stated that. "Despite the progress made, the challenges before us remain stark. Far too ma ny children in Nigeria continue to face violence, abuse, neglect, and exploitation. 

"The Data from the Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey is sobering:, 30% of women aged 20-24"" were married before age 18

"15% of women aged 15-49 have un dergone female genital mutilation, 6 out of 10 children aged 1-14 have experienced physical punishment, 1 in 4 girls has suffered sexual violence before age 18

"These are not just statistics, they are a call to action.

"Against this backdrop, the need for reliable, consolidated, and real-time data on child
protection has never been more urgent. Data is not just numbers, it is the foundation for
sound policy, effective advocacy, and impactful programmes. 

"The Centre we inaugurate today is a visionary response to these challenges. It will serve as a central hub, consolidating child protection indicators, research, and data-driven insights. 

"Through real-time dashboards, predictive analytics, and geospatial analysis, the Centre will empower policymakers and
practitioners to make informed decisions that truly benefit children.

"This Centre is more than a data repository. It is a platform for collaboration and knowledge-
sharing, a space where government, NGOs, research institutions, and other stakeholders can come together to exchange best practices, research, and innovations. Ms Wafaa stated.


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