(DEPARTMENT OF EARLY CHILDHOOD AND PRIMARY EDUCATION, KWASU, 2024-04-17) Dr. Kayade Ezechael OBAFEMI, Dr. SULYMAN Hafees Tosin, Barakat A. SHUAIB
The study investigated Teachers’ Awareness on Child Rights in Ilorin South Local Government Area of Kwara State”. The study adopted a descriptive survey, the target populations were all primary school teachers in Ilorin South Local Government Area of Kwara State and a sample size of 100 respondents participated were selected using simple random sampling technique, the researcher self-designed questionnaire titled Teachers’ Awareness on Child Rights Questionnaire (TACRQ) was used to illicit information for the study. The instrument was validated by two experts, and reliability was tested at (r=0.79). Rooted in a generally positive baseline, the findings
indicated a commendable understanding of child rights among educators in Ilorin South, setting a promising stage for future initiatives. The questionnaire-based analysis revealed significant gender disparities, emphasising the need for gender-specific strategies in training programs. Work experience dynamics, analysed through ANOVA, added depth to the findings, unveiling notable differences between teachers with 6-10 years and those of 11 years and above. It was therefore
recommended specific training programs should be organized and tailored to children right awareness in schools and in the community at large.