Children’s Day: Obi urges better care for Nigerian children

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On the occasion of Children’s Day, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has called on Nigerians, especially leaders, to prioritise the welfare and future of the country’s children, whom he described as “the heartbeat of our nation and the bearer of our collective hopes and dreams.”

In a statement released on Tuesday, Obi emphasised the need for urgent attention to the challenges faced by Nigerian children.

“Days like this offer us the opportunity to appreciate the immense potential of our children, who represent the hope of a brighter tomorrow in our nation if only we care for them today,” he said.

According to Obi, Nigerian children deserve “a nation that prioritises their well-being, education, safety, and future.”

Highlighting the demographic significance of children in Nigeria, Obi cited a 2023 UNICEF report estimating that over 110 million people under the age of 18 live in the country, representing a large proportion of Nigeria’s population.

“Such high numbers of young people in Nigeria should challenge us, as leaders, to commit wholeheartedly to investing in the future of the children. Their future is the future of the nation,” he stated.

Despite their potential, Obi pointed out that many Nigerian children face harsh realities from birth. Punch