In an appeal directed at the governor, the organisation described the reported condition of the school as disturbing, noting that children who should be receiving basic education are being deprived of a decent and conducive learning environment.
According to MonITNG, the school has reportedly remained in ruins since 2023, with its deteriorating structures raising concerns about the welfare, safety and educational prospects of pupils in the community.
The organisation stressed that behind the damaged walls are children with aspirations and the potential to contribute meaningfully to society, warning that the absence of suitable classrooms could undermine their ability to learn effectively.
It also highlighted the concerns of parents and community members, who are worried about the long-term consequences of the school’s condition for their children’s education.
MonITNG said residents had reportedly written several letters to relevant stakeholders, appealing for the school to be renovated, but their efforts had yet to yield the desired results.
The organisation argued that the situation demands urgent attention, particularly at a time when Nigeria is grappling with a significant out-of-school children crisis.
With an estimated 18.3 million children reportedly out of school nationwide, MonITNG warned that the continued neglect of existing public schools could further weaken access to quality basic education and discourage school attendance in affected communities.
The organisation also raised questions about public spending and the priority given to education in Benue State.
It cited figures indicating that the state reportedly received more than ₦137.38 billion in Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) allocations between January and September 2026.
MonITNG said that, if the figure is confirmed, residents deserve greater transparency regarding the proportion of public funds allocated to education and why RCM Primary School has reportedly remained in a dilapidated condition for so long.
The organisation, however, did not provide a breakdown of the state’s education expenditure or establish how much funding had been allocated specifically for the renovation of the school.
It called on the Benue State Government, the state Ministry of Education, the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Ushongo Local Government Area and other relevant agencies to intervene without delay.
According to MonITNG, the immediate priority should be to assess the condition of the school, determine the necessary repairs and restore the facility to a safe and functional learning environment.
It maintained that access to a decent classroom should not be treated as a privilege, but as an essential requirement for children to receive an education that prepares them for the future.
The organisation also urged members of the public, civil society groups and other concerned stakeholders to amplify the appeal until the relevant authorities respond with concrete action.
“ A classroom is not a luxury. Education is a right, and these children must not be forgotten,” the organisation stressed in its appeal.
MonITNG said children in Adikpo deserved the same opportunity to learn, develop their abilities and pursue their ambitions as other Nigerian children, regardless of their location or socioeconomic circumstances.
It warned that allowing public school infrastructure to deteriorate could deepen existing inequalities, particularly for families who cannot afford to send their children to private schools.
The appeal adds to broader concerns about the condition of public educational facilities and the need for governments at all levels to ensure that budgetary allocations translate into improved learning environments.
As of the information contained in MonITNG’s appeal, no response from the Benue State Government or the relevant education authorities was provided.
The organisation called for urgent action to ensure that RCM Primary School is restored and pupils can learn in an environment that supports their safety, development and academic progress.
