President Bola Tinubu has vowed to make every effort to create a supportive environment that empowers Nigeria’s children to achieve their goals and reach their full potential.
In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, to commemorate the 2024 Children’s Day Celebration, President Tinubu highlighted the importance of recognizing that society is shaped by the collective values and principles of its family units.
Wakadaily reported that, Children’s Day is an annual celebration held on May 27 to honor children worldwide and encourage adults to reflect on their own childhood experiences.
The President stressed the need to promote a nation that prioritizes the well-being and development of its children, recognizing them as the future leaders and citizens who will shape Nigeria’s progress and prosperity.
He urged all stakeholders to work together to create a nurturing environment that allows children to thrive and grow.
“The President rejoices with parents, guardians, and families across the nation, and calls for a reinforcement of the family unit as a place where the sacred values of honesty, modesty, hard work and charity are passed down to the shining lights of tomorrow.
“President Tinubu affirms that society is a reflection of each family unit as a collective, urging the preservation of those principles that make us a wholesome, nurturing, and thriving nation.”
President Bola Tinubu reaffirmed his dedication to ensuring that children have access to a secure and supportive educational setting, where they can learn and grow without fear or hindrance.
He also pledged to continue improving the quality of education, providing children with the tools and resources they need to succeed and reach their full potential.
“The President states that his administration is sparing no effort in ensuring that Nigeria’s children have a solid footing for the realisation of their dreams.
“With increased investments in education, and the recent overhauling of the entire education system to provide both human and material resources for learning, as well as the efforts of the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children Education to get the nation’s precious gifts off the streets, the President emphasizes that his administration will continue to expand access to qualitative education for all Nigerians.
“President Tinubu reassures the nation of his commitment to ensuring a safe and secure ambience of learning for the children while improving the standard of education,” the statement partly read.
