- “Every Child Must Grow Up Free from Fear” – First Lady Tinubu on Child Protection
- The First Lady marked 2025 World Day for the Prevention of and Healing from Child Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse
- Calls on stakeholders to work together to create a protective environment
The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on Nigerians to ensure that children grow up free from fear and harm, emphasizing the need for concrete actions to safeguard the nation’s youth.
Eko Hot Blog reports that her remarks came in a message to mark the 2025 World Day for the Prevention of and Healing from Child Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse, observed on Tuesday.
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This year’s theme is: “Strengthening the Protection of Children Against Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse Through Evidence-Based Policy Making.”
Mrs. Tinubu highlighted that protecting children requires more than words and good intentions, urging informed action based on accurate data, research, and sound policies.
She said, “As a nation, we must ensure that every child grows up free from fear and harm. I call on government agencies, civil society, traditional and religious leaders, parents, and young people to work together to create a protective environment where children can feel safe to thrive. May God protect all our children.”
The First Lady’s statement serves as a reminder of the critical role all sectors of society play in creating a safe and nurturing environment for children, reinforcing Nigeria’s commitment to combating sexual exploitation and abuse.
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