UNICEF and Stakeholders Call on Nigerian Media to Monitor Child‑Related Budget Spending

UNICEF, together with other stakeholders, has urged Nigerian media outlets to track how the government allocates and spends funds earmarked for children. The call focuses on ensuring that budgetary allocations translate into tangible improvements in education, healthcare and nutrition for children across the country. By monitoring budget releases, expenditures and program outcomes, media can hold authorities accountable and spotlight gaps between promised spending and actual delivery. The initiative aims to create a transparent fiscal environment where child welfare investments are visible and measurable, encouraging responsible use of public resources.