It is unacceptable that four out of every ten Nigerian children are child labourers.
Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has called for the provision of quality education, healthcare, and a safe and secure environment for Nigerian children.
In his Children’s Day message issued by his spokesperson, Yunusa Tanko, on Monday in Awka, Mr Obi said that as tomorrow’s future, children should given everything they need for proper development.
“Every Nigerian child deserves access to quality education, healthcare, and a safe and secure environment to live and thrive,” said Mr Obi.
He added, “We must, therefore, invest in these key areas of development for their sake and the future of society.”
According to Mr Obi, it is unacceptable that four out of every ten Nigerian children are child labourers.
“On this day, we celebrate Children’s Day. I rejoice with all Nigerian children, for whose sake we remain firmly committed to our struggle for a new Nigeria,” said the Anambra former governor.
“They are future leaders of our society, and this occasion also reminds us of the need to invest in their growth and support and nurture their dreams.”
Mr Obi said the country must take steps to pull people out of poverty, which has affected many children, and ensure the rights of every Nigerian child are respected.
He also encouraged parents, guardians, and teachers to continue to give their best to raise responsible citizens.
“To the children, I encourage them to take seriously their moral and educational formation.
“We restate our commitment to building a safe, secure and productive nation for our children to live in,” he said.
(NAN)