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By Lukman Olabiyi
The Sustainable Development Goals for Her Initiative (SDGforHer), a social enterprise focused on advancing gender inclusion, brought financial literacy education to the heart of Makoko, an underserved community in Lagos State, through its flagship programme, HerLittleKolo.
The initiative held a workshop for primary school girls aged five to 11, delivering engaging, age-appropriate lessons on essential financial concepts, including money management, savings and basic investment principles.
The event aims to lay a strong foundation for lifelong financial independence among young girls, particularly those with limited access to such critical knowledge.
As part of the hands-on learning experience, each participant received a personal savings box, known locally as a “kolo,” to help them begin saving immediately.
The initiative not only taught theory but also encouraged practical application, helping to cultivate smart money habits from a young age.
Since its launch, HerLittleKolo has reached over 150 girls, providing both financial education and physical savings boxes to instil a culture of saving and money management in communities often overlooked.
Addressing the girls during the workshop, SDGforHer founder, Mrs. Hannah Ayilaran-Omon, stressed the importance of teaching financial responsibility early.
