As children in Nigeria celebrate their day, a South-west Chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, (NNPP), Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo has felicitated with them, calling on government to commit to nurturing and protecting them as the country’s future leaders.
Children’s Day is celebrated on the 27th of May in Nigeria. It is an international holiday that was first celebrated in the country in 1964, a date that varies between different countries.
The theme of this year’s Children Day is “Stand Up, Speak Up: Building a Bullying-Free Generation.”
Ajadi in a statement to celebrate the children on Tuesday, described them as the custodian of tomorrow’s promise, innovation and leadership.
He urged government to prioritise commitment to safeguard every Nigerian child, protect their right and nurture their dreams.
Ajadi advocated a culture where every child feels safe, respected and heard, both in physical spaces and digital communities.
He said in tune with the theme of this year’s celebration, Nigerian children should be given a voice to speak out, saying violence, bullying and neglect of children is not in tune with modern days.
He urged government at all levels to ensure that Nigerian children are given qualitative education to prepare them for future roles in the country.
He called on Nigeria to learn from what is happening in Senegal, where a 45 years old Bassirou Diomaye Faye is the current President and is providing quality governance.
“Our youths, if well prepared can do same and more if they are given the chance to participate in governance at young age. I rejoice with our children as they celebrate their day. We cherish you as the custodian of our future.
“I implore government to show commitment to safeguarding every Nigerian child, protect their right and nurture their dreams.
“To parents, teachers and guardians of children, the era of bullying is gone. Give children moral and academic education and help in preparing them for the future.”
