The National Association of Seadogs said it paid school fees for 100 indigent pupils and launched an essay competition for secondary school students in the Federal Capital Territory to mark the 2026 International Literacy Day. According to a statement jointly signed by Emeka Macfoy, Capoon of Sahara Deck, Abuja, and Paul Ejiofor, the initiative formed part of the group’s Literacy Day activities.

Nigeria marked International Literacy Day on September 8, 2026, the 60th anniversary of the event, celebrated under the theme 'Literacy for people, the planet and prosperity.' According to Daily Trust, the occasion offers an opportunity to reflect on global progress in literacy and its links to insecurity affecting Nigeria's children, with a view to advancing literacy for all.

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, marked the 60th anniversary of International Literacy Day 2026 by urging greater attention to adult education. In her commemorative message, she described literacy as fundamental to personal empowerment and national development, according to Leadership (NG). The report also noted her reference to this year’s theme, “Literacy for People, the Planet and Prosperity,” linking adult learning with broader social and economic goals.

Marking International Literacy Day, The Chanzo highlights Tanzania's literacy challenges and calls for urgent action across Africa. The article argues that literacy extends beyond basic reading and writing skills, framing it as central to broader development. According to the outlet, the occasion serves as a reminder of the continent's ongoing literacy crisis and the need for renewed commitment to education.

An opinion piece by Nkechi Christopher published in Nigeria's Tribune Online argues that literacy is a lifelong journey that begins before formal schooling and continues into adulthood. The article contends that literacy develops alongside an individual's capacity to learn, communicate, participate in society and make informed choices, framing it as essential to Nigeria's people, the planet and prosperity. The piece highlights the broader importance of literacy for national development and individual empowerment across all stages of life.

In an opinion piece for Vanguard, writer Usman Sarki argues that Northern Nigeria faces a serious education crisis, citing the visible presence of out-of-school children in Abuja and neighbouring Nasarawa State. Quoting John Buchan on the cyclical nature of national decline and progress, Sarki frames education as a shared responsibility for the region and revisits the ICSA principle, linking the issue to political considerations ahead of Nigeria's 2027 elections. The article is the first part of a series.