“His Excellency, Governor Monday Okpebholo, extends warm felicitations to all children in Edo State and across Nigeria on the occasion of Children’s Day. The Governor, in a statement, urged parents and guardians to dissuade their children from joining cult groups,” a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, read.
Governor Okpebholo urged parents, guardians, teachers, and all stakeholders to continue to play their crucial roles in guiding and mentoring children, instilling in them sound values, and encouraging them to pursue their aspirations.
The Edo governor said his administration is committed to ensuring the well-being of children by providing them with quality education and creating an environment where they can thrive and realize their full potential.
“Our children are our most precious assets. Their dreams are the blueprints for a brighter future for Edo State. As an administration, we are fully dedicated to investing in their development, protecting their rights, and nurturing their talents,” Okpebholo said.
He listed several measures by his government targeted at improving the lives of Edo children. Some of them include more investment in education, protection of child rights, among others.
“We believe that every child deserves a fair chance at success, irrespective of their background,” Governor Okpebholo said. “We will continue to work tirelessly to provide them with the necessary tools and support to excel in their academic pursuits, develop their skills, and contribute meaningfully to society.”
Meanwhile, President Bola Tinubu has spoken against bullying and violence against children, maintaining that no child deserves to suffer from such.
In a message to mark this year’s Children’s Day, Tinubu said, “violence, bullying, and neglect have no place in the Nigeria of today.”
