The vitality of the internet and digital devices warrants that children are kept abreast of modern innovations and relevant gadgets.
However, parents and teachers should see it as duty to guide their children towards positive use of internet and digital devices.
The Zonal Director, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan National Station, Mrs Bolatito Joseph stated this at this year Children’s Day party organized by Amuludun 99.1 FM, Moniya, Ibadan.
Mrs Bolatito Joseph represented by the Deputy Director Audit, Alhaji Abdul Rasheed Akande explained that many benefits could be derived from the internet to enhance learning, but this benefit might be lost if the internet is put to negative use.
Earlier, in a welcome address, The General Manager, Amuludun FM, Mr Steven Agbaje said the programme was organized to extend love to the children and make them have sense of belonging.
Three of the children, Zamad Mariam, Muhammed Bolaji and Ahmed Fatai expressed their delight on the programme.
Parents and teachers expressed happiness and thanked Management of Amuludun FM for organizing the programme.
Children’s Day is marked annually on May 27.
Similarly, it was funfair on Friday, at the Broadcasting House of Radio Nigeria Gold FM, Ilesha, where children gathered to celebrate this year’s children’s day.
Addressing the children from different schools, who were at the event, General manager Gold FM, Mr Adedamola Tinubu advised the to be obedient, and face their studies squarely, to attain greatness.
Describing children as the future of the Nation, he promised that, Radio Nigeria would continue to promote Programmes on welfare and right of children in the society.
Some children who spoke with Radio Nigeria, appreciated Gold FM for organizing such a memorable event, saying that they had so much fun.
Earlier, the Royal Father, present at the event had prayed for the children for excellent spirit.
Highlights of the event include : dancing, competition, quiz and track event.
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