The resolutions were reached at the conclusion of a five-day Parliamentary Joint Committee meeting held in Freetown from April 7 to 11, 2026. Participants identified persistent gaps undermining progress, particularly weak enforcement of existing child protection laws and limited institutional capacity. The Joint Committee reaffirmed its commitment to legislative action, oversight, and advocacy, indicating plans to push for a parliamentary resolution focused on children in street situations. Such a resolution, lawmakers said, would strengthen monitoring of both national and regional child protection frameworks. Stakeholders underscored the importance of education, vocational training, psychosocial support, and community reintegration as essential pillars of effective child protection.

Source: Nigerian Tribune April 12, 2026 08:35 UTC