Research Article

THE ROLE OF TRADITIONAL QUR'ANIC SCHOOLS IN ADDRESSING THE OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN CRISIS IN NORTHERN NIGERIA: A HYBRID EDUCATIONAL MODEL FOR INCLUSION

Shehu IDRIS1*, Eska SIMAN-AMBITA'A2, Jamila MUHAMMAD1
1 Kashim Ibrahim Library, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
2 Taraba State College of Nursing Sciences, Jalingo
* Corresponding author: Shehuidris75@gmail.com
Published: Jun, 2026
Pages: 227-233
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Abstract

Out-of-school children in Northern Nigeria remain a significant challenge, with socio-cultural norms, economichardship, and weak policy implementation contributing to the issue. Traditional Qur'anic schools (Almajirisystem) continue to play a crucial role in education, yet they often operate outside the formal schooling system,leaving many children without essential literacy and numeracy skills. This paper explores the potential ofintegrating formal education into these traditional schools through a hybrid educational model. By incorporatingliteracy, numeracy, and vocational training into Qur'anic education, this approach respects cultural and religiousvalues while ensuring children gain essential skills for modern society. Drawing from successful hybrid modelsin other regions, the study highlights the role of government, religious leaders, and NGOs in facilitating thistransformation. Despite challenges such as resistance from traditional scholars, curriculum concerns, and financialconstraints, the hybrid model presents a sustainable solution to reducing child poverty, street begging, andeducational exclusion. The paper concludes by advocating for policy reforms and collaborative efforts toimplement this inclusive educational strategy effectively.

Keywords

Hybrid Educational Model Qur'anic Schools Out-of-School Children Northern Nigeria Educational Reform

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How to Cite

IDRIS, S., SIMAN-AMBITA'A, E., & MUHAMMAD, J. (2026). THE ROLE OF TRADITIONAL QUR'ANIC SCHOOLS IN ADDRESSING THE OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN CRISIS IN NORTHERN NIGERIA: A HYBRID EDUCATIONAL MODEL FOR INCLUSION. Journal of Educational Research and Development, 21(1), 227-233.

S. IDRIS, E. SIMAN-AMBITA'A, and J. MUHAMMAD, "THE ROLE OF TRADITIONAL QUR'ANIC SCHOOLS IN ADDRESSING THE OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN CRISIS IN NORTHERN NIGERIA: A HYBRID EDUCATIONAL MODEL FOR INCLUSION," Journal of Educational Research and Development, vol. 21, no. 1, pp. 227-233, June 2026.

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