Financial Experts Rally Behind New Children’s Book “Cracking the Money Code”
Lagos Event Highlights Urgent Need for Early Financial Literacy
A groundbreaking children’s financial literacy book titled “Cracking the Money Code” has been officially launched in Lagos, receiving strong endorsement from education leaders, banking professionals, and child development advocates.
Building Future Financial Wizards
Authored by financial expert Iyobosa Sorae, the book targets children aged 6 to 11, teaching fundamental money concepts including saving, budgeting, needs prioritization, and basic entrepreneurship. The author described it as “building future financial wizards, one page at a time.”
During an emotional address at the launch event, Sorae shared her motivation: “This is my why… that every child, whether in Lagos or Abuja, public or private school, would have access to financial literacy.” She illustrated her points with relatable stories of Nigerian children, emphasizing the importance of combining real-world experience with formal financial education.
Industry Leaders Voice Support
The book received high praise from prominent financial figures:
Abubakar Jimoh, CEO of TrustBanc, commended the author’s expertise: “When someone like that writes a book like this, you can be sure they put their best in it.”
Onayemi Aiwerioghene of Coronation Group shared a personal anecdote: “Growing up, I just thought if you had pocket money, you spent it. This book teaches more than that,” after witnessing her children’s enthusiasm for the material.
National Movement for Financial Education
The Association of Professional Women Bankers announced plans to support the book through their “Catch Them Young” initiative. Chairperson Funke Ladimeji called it a “roadmap” for future generations, stating: “Teaching children to understand money is about teaching confidence, responsibility, and independence.”
A panel discussion reinforced the critical nature of early financial education, with one speaker noting: “We have adults today who can’t manage money. The earlier we begin to talk about it with children, the better.”
Practical Lessons for Young Minds
The event featured interactive sessions where attendees shared childhood money lessons. Abimbola Fashola, former First Lady of Lagos State, revealed her family’s approach: “At home, my children know that any extra chores earn money, which they must save.” She plans to distribute the book through her NGO focused on financial literacy.
Author Sorae concluded with a powerful vision: “It must not sit idle on a shelf.” She expressed hope that the book would become part of homes, schools, and curricula nationwide, positioning it as more than just a book but a national movement to demystify finance from childhood.
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