As Nigeria observes International Literacy Day, public policy experts are calling for a shift from government rhetoric to concrete action regarding the constitutional right to education. Despite numerous policy frameworks, the country faces significant hurdles, including high numbers of out-of-school children, inadequate infrastructure, and a lack of support for educators. Analysts emphasise that solving the educational crisis requires more than just budget announcements; it demands sustained funding, accountability, improved teacher training, and a multi-sectoral approach to address the poverty and insecurity that continue to exclude millions of Nigerian children from quality learning.