Fostering Hopes Foundation Observes CSACEFA Delta State Election, Harps on Civil Rights of Children to Education

By Patrick Ochei

Delta State’s most recognised family-focused non-governmental organisation, Fostering Hopes Foundation, has observed the state election of the Civil Society Action Coalition on Education for All (CSACEFA), held on Thursday, August 13, 2026, in Asaba.

At the election, the incumbent State Coordinator, Comrade Mrs. Nzemeke Dumebi Juliana, was returned unopposed for another two-year term.

In her acceptance speech, Nzemeke expressed delight at the immense support she received from member civil society organisations in the state. She urged members to redouble their efforts in advocating for a better society, particularly through people-oriented educational development.

The State Coordinator commended the Delta State Government for making incremental progress in the education sector, while urging the government not to perceive every criticism from civil society organisations as a witch-hunt.

Meanwhile, members of the Fostering Hopes Foundation who were present at the election urged the government to ensure that the civil right of every child to education is adequately protected.

They advocated that, in line with the Child Rights Act of 2003, which was domesticated in Delta State in 2008, the government should pay greater attention to ensuring that the basic educational needs of children are met, irrespective of their biological backgrounds.

The election was supervised by representatives of the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education and the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), among other stakeholders.