President Muhammadu Buhari has urged Nigerian parents and children to hold onto the ancient truths of integrity, honesty, knowledge and hard work, because they remain the key to achieving a great destiny.
The president said this as he joined in the celebration of this year’s children’s day.
He called on parents in the country to treat their children with dignity and also stay focused on discipline.
Every Child Is Special
According to Buhari, “Every child is special and should be specially treated with dignity”.
Buhari’s message was contained in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, issued on Saturday.
Furthermore, the President noted that efforts should be geared towards putting building blocks that would sustain unity, peace and prosperity for the sake of the children.
“On this special day, we are immensely grateful to God for another opportunity to celebrate our children, on May 27th, 2023.
“Every Children’s Day reminds us of the future.
“It also reminds us of the necessary sacrifices and building blocks by parents, guardians, teachers, leaders, and Government to secure our greatest assets on earth, the YOUNGER ONES.
“As a father and grandfather, I share in the joy that children bring into our lives, and the fulfillment of seeing them grow.
Insecurity
“I also feel the pain of loss, anxiety, and frustration that comes with uncertain times.
“Times like the disruptions to families due to insecurity.
“We have worked hard to contain in the last eight years.
“We must not lose hope, and our faith should be rekindled in the ability of Government to safeguard the future of our lives and children.
“In eight years, we have focused on children, negotiating and fighting for the release of many that were taken captive.
“We are also painstakingly building intelligence on the whereabouts of others,’ the president said.
According to the President, some have been released, while more will come, by God’s grace.
He expresses hopes that the next administration would continue on the same noble path.
Appreciation
“At the twilight of this administration, we are thankful for all the support.
“Support received from parents, government officials, development partners, professionals, and religious leaders.
“These supports helped in realizing some of our targets.
“Targets like the school feeding programme, resuscitation of the primary health care system, and protecting our schools by the security agencies.
“As we are aware, raising healthy and promising children is a collective responsibility.
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“In Nigeria, like in most of Africa, the community has a stake in the upbringing of the child.
Keys To A Brighter Future
“Truly, it takes a village to raise a child.
“As the world continues to become smaller with new technology, the borders on culture and cultural values are steadily getting blurred.
“We must retain our identity and values.”
President Buhari emphasised that Nigerians core values of integrity, honesty, hard work, and love for learning should not be negotiated.
Also, he wants the Nigerian child to know and stay with the ancient landmarks of what is true, right at home, and abroad.
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“At over eighty years of age, and served the country all my working life, I still believe our children hold the keys to a brighter future for Nigeria.
“With these three undeniable and unchangeable truths; fear of God is supreme, love for knowledge is elevating and hard work will always pay off.
“Happy Children’s Day, and God bless our children,” eh added.
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