Education

Children’s Day: Aiyedatiwa Takes Step to End Bullying in Schools

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By Olufisoye Adenitan

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has called on stakeholders in the education sector to speak out against the growing menace of bullying, which has become a serious concern in both public and private schools.

The governor made this appeal during a one-day strategic workshop in Ondo State to commemorate the 2025 International Children’s Day.

The event brought together a diverse group of education stakeholders, including teachers, school administrators, educationists, and policymakers.

 Held under the theme “Stand Up, Speak Up: Building a Bullying-Free Generation,” the workshop aimed to raise awareness and promote solutions to curb bullying in schools.

Delivering the governor’s address, the Chairman of the Ondo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Victor Olabimtan, described the theme as timely and significant, noting the rising negative impact of bullying on children and young adults.

He stressed the importance of intensified awareness campaigns and the creation of safe, inclusive learning environments where children can grow without fear of intimidation or harassment.

Governor Aiyedatiwa also called for stronger collaboration between stakeholders and the state government to completely eradicate bullying in all its forms.

Meanwhile, the Government of Ondo State has unveiled a series of activities to commemorate the 2025 Children’s Day celebration.

Addressing journalists at a press briefing held at the Women Affairs Hall, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Women Affairs and Social Development, Dr Seun Osamaye, noted that the National Children’s Day is celebrated annually to honour, recognise, and identify with children across the state, particularly those in primary and secondary schools.

She explained that the purpose was to inform and sensitise children about the government’s efforts to improve their lives and to ensure continuous investment in child development and education across the state.

She revealed that several competitions would be held in different categories to identify outstanding students, who will represent their schools and local government areas. The aim, she said, is to encourage intellectual growth, a reading culture, and academic seriousness among students.

She added that the workshop, chaired by the SUBEB Chairman, would also feature the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, who would speak on the Child Rights Law.

According to her, the initiative is designed to ensure all stakeholders align with the outlined activities and take the message back to their respective schools and institutions, in preparation for the upcoming competitions.

Mrs Osamaye disclosed that on Tuesday, the State Children’s Parliament would visit the State House of Assembly to observe plenary proceedings and interact with the Speaker.

“The Ondo State Children’s Parliament, which has been moribund for over a decade, is being revived. Tomorrow, the children will be introduced to the Speaker and will observe plenary with the assistance of Safety Children International.”

She stated that the children would participate in a two-day orientation programme between Wednesday and Thursday, where they would be trained on their parliamentary roles and responsibilities.

On Friday, there will be a pre-rehearsal for the main event scheduled for next week on Tuesday.

According to her, activities for that day include a series of competitions such as a public speaking competition based on the theme of the celebration, and it will involve 18 selected schools, each represented by its best speaker. A total of 2,500 children from 100 schools across the state are expected to attend.

She further revealed that there will be a march-past and each school would also present a cultural display to showcase the unique heritage of their locality.

Dr. Osamaye announced that the winners of the competitions would be rewarded with cash prizes. The first-place winner will receive a grand prize of ₦500,000; the second-place winner, ₦200,000; and the third-place winner, ₦100,000.

“These prizes and trophies are meant to promote unity, love, and active engagement among our students“, she concluded.

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Religion

Cleric Urges Parents, Guardians to Be Their Children’s Friends

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By Olawale Asake

Parents and Guardians have been advised to give more attention to their Children and Wards, for transparency and expression of minds between the two parties.

The District Superintendent, Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Ori Oke Aanu Ojoo Ibadan, Oyo State, Pastor Isaiah O. Alade gave the advice while speaking with Radio Nigeria, Ibadan on this year’s Children’s Day Celebration.

Pastor Alade said, Children are God’s Heritage, committed to the hands of their parents who needed to support and teach them in the way of the Lord for them to be useful to the family and the society at large. 

The cleric who condemned the act of parents not taking patience to listen to their children while willing to discuss issues bothering them, said, such had made some children to take wrong steps in the journey of life.

He called on the children to obey their parents and draw closer to God who is the always ready to show them Mercy at all times.

Pastor Alade, also enjoined Government to prioritize the welfare and rights of Nigerian Children by protecting them against abuse, trafficking, sexual molestation and child labour.

He prayed that God’s knowledge, wisdom and understanding will continue to be on the Children as they marked this year’s Day.

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Education

Children’s Day: Ooni of Ife Advocates Entrepreneurial Education

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The Ooni of lfe, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi wants parents and guardians to nurture their children and wards properly to equip them with entrepreneurial skills in other to properly equip them for the future.

Oba Ogunwusi made the call while celebrating with children who payed him a visit in his palace from various schools in Ile-Ife and environs as part of activities marking this year’s children’s day.

The traditional ruler who congratulated the children, emphasized that it was expedient for the society to create a conducive environment for children to thrive in chosen careers.

Oba Ogunwusi appealed to parents and guardians to enroll their children and wards to for entrepreneurial studies to complement their academic pursuit.

The Ooni of Ile-Ife organized a workshop on how to make local fabric popularly known as Adire for the students with a view to educating them about the cultural and economic benefits of the textile.

Two participants, Master Abdullahi Adetoyese and Roseline Abiodun, described the workshop as an eye opener, noting that the event would linger long in their memory.

Isaac Hastrup

Education

We Will Continue To Promote Opportunities For Children – Governor Abiodun

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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun says his administration will continue to embark on programmes and polices that will give  children opportunity  to optimally realize their creative and productive potential.
Governor Abiodun who gave the assurance at this year’s Children’s Day Celebration, held at  MKO Abiola International Stadium, Abeokuta,  also said his administration had mapped out a blueprint that would improve  Socio-Economic development of all demographic groups across the state.
While pointing out that  his administration had  rehabilitated over 700 schools, Governor Abiodun said his administration would continue to provide conducive learning  environment for  children in the state.
He also promised that his administration would  provide the needed support for the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian affairs, disaster management and Social development in its school feeding programme  for public schools in the state.
The Governor who also awarded scholarship to Precious Oyibo a  student of Nawardeen Grammar School Obatonko Abeokuta who recited a poem during the Celebration, said that his administration would continue to support brilliant students in the state. 
Bolanle Adesida

Education

New Breed School Visits Radio Nigeria, Calls For Enhanced Security

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On the occasion of the children’s day, an Educationist wants government to take holistic steps in tackling security situation in the country for the safety of  Nigerian children.   

 The proprietor New Breed Nursery and Primary School Aba Esan Ido Ibadan, Mr Olumuyiwa Ishola made the call during an excursion in Radio Nigeria Ibadan with pupils of the school.   

Mr Ishola who said children had not been spared the horror of attacks and kidnapping, stressed that, it had become imperative to ensure schools were secured.

Also three from the pupils of the school, who expressed great joy at the visit to Radio Nigeria Ibadan, said they learnt a  number of things about journalism,added that, they would never forget the experience gained during the excursion.

Funmi Obagbayegun

Culture

Pay More Attention To Your Children -Traditional Ruler Abdul Ayodeji

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A MONARCH, THE ALAJE OF AJIBANDELE, OBA ABDUL AYODEJI, ONIKE-OKUN1 WANTS PARENTS TO TAKE GOOD CARE OF THEIR CHILDREN AS THEY ARE THE LEADERS OF TOMORROW.

OBA AYODEJI STATED THIS AT THE BROADCATING HOUSE, GOLD FM, ILOKO-IJESA ROAD DURING THIS YEAR’S CHILDRENS DAY CELEBRATION.

DECLARING THE PROGRAMME OPEN, OBA AYODEJI EXPLAINED THAT THE ANNUAL EVENT WAS TO ALSO IDENTIFY ATHLETES THAT WOULD REPRESENT THE NATION AT INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIONS.

EARLIER, THE GENERAL MANAGER, GOLD FM, MR ADEDAMOLA TINUBU HAD DESCRIBED THE CELEBRATION AS SPECIAL.

HE SAID THE PROGRAMME WAS ALSO DESIGNED TO GET THE YOUTHS OUT OF THE STREET AND OTHER CRIMES.

Olufunke Adeosun

Health

Children’s Day: COVID-19 Disrupts Celebration

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Every May 27th is observed and celebrated as Nigeria Children’s Day, but this year’s children’s day has been marred by Covid- 19 putting off the celebration.

Staff reporter Tosin Aderibigbe examines the mood of children as they mark this year’s children day without festivities and fun fare.

Her report

Tosin Aderibigbe

Lifestyle

Children’s Day: Stakeholders Map Out Strategies amidst COVID-19 Pandemic

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The battle for an end to the Corona virus pandemic has continued to make celebrations including Children’s day a difficult task due to measures to flatten the curve which include lockdown and social distancing order.

In Ogun state series of activities lined up for the celebration had to be cancelled in an effort to curtail its spread.

In this special report correspondent, Modupeola Sobukonla examines how stakeholders in the state are making the celebration a memorable one amidst COVID-19 pandemic.

Her Report.