The Lagos State Government has called on parents to work more closely with teachers and other stakeholders to improve children’s understanding of money and finance.
Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, made the call during a courtesy visit by a delegation from Zedcrest Group, a financial services company. The delegation was at his office to present two new financial literacy books designed for young children.
Alli-Balogun noted that the state is committed to including financial literacy in the school curriculum, adding that both private and public schools are part of the initiative. He urged parents to “take advantage of every opportunity to teach their children valuable money management lessons.”
He added that the government is also reviewing learning materials to reflect diversity, promote indigenous culture, and support more relatable content for students.
The delegation from Zedcrest was led by Abass Akinsanya, Executive Director, Sales and Business Development at Zedcrest Wealth, who represented the Group Managing Director, Adedayo Amzat. Akinsanya said the group’s goal is to help build a financially inclusive society by “educating the next generation of responsible adults.”
He announced the launch of two books — The A-Z of Finance Colouring Book and Zedcrest Little Heroes: A Financial Literacy Journal for Kids. The books are targeted at children aged seven and under.
Oyinkansola Adeboye, Head of Brands and Communications at Zedcrest Group, said the company plans to distribute the books across the country. She added that Zedcrest will work with MacTay Foundation to deliver the books to public primary schools in Lagos State. MacTay is a partner in the Lagos State Government’s “Adopt a School” programme.
“We want every child, regardless of background, to have access to financial education early in life,” Adeboye said while presenting the books to the commissioner.
The event also featured Tunde Rotimi, Director at MacTay Consulting, who pledged continued support for the initiative.
The books were first introduced during a reading and launch event held in celebration of International Children’s Day 2025.
The commissioner thanked the Zedcrest team for the visit and for contributing to ongoing efforts to improve financial education in Nigeria.
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