Advocacy For Children's Right Initiative

Advocacy For Children's Right Initiative AFCRI is a Non-Governmental Organization committed to promoting and protecting the rights of children in Nigeria.

We advocate for quality education, protection from abuse, Quality Health Care for Children and Safer Environment.

The first advocate of a Child is the Mother. Happy Mother's Day.
10/05/2026

The first advocate of a Child is the Mother.
Happy Mother's Day.

We are happy people who advocate for Children's Right. Meet our Program Officer, Mrs Grace Dauki Daniel. We are open to ...
07/05/2026

We are happy people who advocate for Children's Right.
Meet our Program Officer, Mrs Grace Dauki Daniel.
We are open to partnerships and collaboration.

04/05/2026

It's Mental Health Awareness Month, Support Children's Mental Health.

It's Mental Health Awareness Month. Let's mind our words and actions towards Children, let's treat them right.
04/05/2026

It's Mental Health Awareness Month. Let's mind our words and actions towards Children, let's treat them right.

04/05/2026

Tell Your Children, Not to Bully anyone in School

04/05/2026

List of Laws In Nigeria Protecting Children's Right

List of Children’s Rights in Nigeria: Fundamental Rights of a Child in Nigeria1. Right to Life, Survival & DevelopmentEv...
04/05/2026

List of Children’s Rights in Nigeria:

Fundamental Rights of a Child in Nigeria
1. Right to Life, Survival & Development
Every child has the right to live and grow physically, mentally, and emotionally.

2. Right to a Name & Identity
A child must be given a name at birth and have their birth registered.

3. Right to Dignity
Protection from torture, abuse, neglect, and degrading treatment.

4. Right to Family Life
A child has the right to live with and be cared for by parents or guardians.

5. Right to Education
Free, compulsory, and universal basic education.

6. Right to Health Care
Access to medical services and good healthcare.

7. Right to Freedom from Discrimination
No child should be treated unfairly because of gender, religion, ethnicity, or disability.

8. Right to Freedom of Thought, Religion & Association
Children can express beliefs and join groups peacefully.

9. Right to Privacy
Protection of personal life, family, and correspondence.

10. Right to Leisure, Play & Culture
Children should have time for rest, play, and cultural activities.

11. Protection from Child Labour
Children must not be forced into exploitative or dangerous work.

12. Protection from Abuse & Exploitation
Includes sexual abuse, trafficking, and neglect.

13. Protection from Child Marriage
Early marriage is prohibited under the law.

14. Protection from Harmful Practices
Such as female ge***al mutilation or other cultural harms.

15. Protection in Conflict Situations
Children must not be recruited into armed conflict.

16. Right to Express Opinions
Children have the right to be heard in matters affecting them.

17. Right to Information
Access to appropriate information for development.

18. Right to Parental Care & Maintenance
Parents or guardians must provide food, shelter, and support.

19. Right to Special Protection (for vulnerable children)
Includes orphans, disabled children, and those in need of extra care.

20. Rights of the Unborn Child
Protection against harm before birth.

⚖️ Key Principle
Best Interest of the Child: Every decision affecting a child must prioritize the child’s welfare.

Our Goal for the Month of May......
04/05/2026

Our Goal for the Month of May......

As Schools resume let's all know that we're all responsible for the safety and protection of Children.
04/05/2026

As Schools resume let's all know that we're all responsible for the safety and protection of Children.

From all of us at Advocacy For Children's Right Initiative.
04/05/2026

From all of us at Advocacy For Children's Right Initiative.

Laws That Protect Children in Nigeria. Protect Children, report child abuse and any form of human rights violation again...
04/05/2026

Laws That Protect Children in Nigeria.
Protect Children, report child abuse and any form of human rights violation against Children.

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Off Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Street Federal Low-cost Gombe
Gombe
771104

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00

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8168383282

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