We can defeat violence with education

GPE media coverage - December 18, 2015 | Source: The Nation

Children assemble in the school yard at Kuje Primary School in Abuja, Nigeria. Credit: A World At School/Nick Cavanagh

As recipient of the Africa Future Awards, Philip Obaji Jr. explains his dedication to education, in particular in his country, Nigeria. Obaji is acting on many fronts, having founded the organization 1 Game campaign to promote basic education for vulnerable children in Nigeria. He is also a champion and youth ambassador for the Global Partnership for Education.

Read the article at The Nation

Focus areas: Basic education

Regions and countries: Sub-Saharan Africa: Nigeria

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