The National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children Education (NCAOOSCE) is under fire after being allocated ₦8.4 billion for road infrastructure projects in Ogun, Ekiti, and Katsina states.These areas are outside the commission’s educational mandate, sparking accusations that funds meant for vulnerable children are being misused.The commission denies responsibility, blaming the National Assembly for inserting these 'off-mandate' projects into their 2026 budget.Critics argue this allocation diverts resources from education to infrastructure, raising questions about accountability and transparency.The controversy highlights a growing debate over how public funds should be prioritized, with calls for clearer guidelines to prevent misuse.While the commission insists it’s not accountable for the road projects, lawmakers are now under pressure to review the budget line item.

This incident underscores broader challenges in ensuring that developmental spending aligns with its intended goals, especially when resources are limited.The situation also reflects tensions between different branches of government over fiscal responsibility and oversight.