Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru says his administration is resolved to strengthen child protection systems and promote inclusive education.
The Governor in a statement marking 2025 Children’s Day and signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Monday Uzor, on Tuesday in Abakaliki also reaffirmed support for initiatives that nurture a generation of confident, responsible, and compassionate young leaders.
He emphasized that the Government, Educators, Leaders, Parents, must listen to their children and empower them to use their voices and create environments where they feel safe, heard, and valued.
“Today, as we celebrate you—the hope and promise of our future—we also reflect on the theme of this year’s celebration: “Stand Up, Speak Up: Building a Bullying-Free Generation.
“This theme is both timely and powerful. It calls us all Parents, Government, Educators, Leaders, and indeed every member of society to action.
“We must listen to our children, empower them to use their voices and create environments where they feel safe, heard, and valued.
”As great children of Ebonyi and Nigeria, I urge you to stand tall in your truth, speak up for yourselves and others, and always show kindness and courage.
”Let me use this medium to remind you that you are not alone. Your government stands with you, committed to safeguarding your rights, ensuring access to quality education, and deliberately creating an atmosphere where your dreams can flourish free of fear or intimidation.
“As Governor, I reaffirm our administration’s resolve to strengthen child protection systems, promote inclusive education, and support initiatives that nurture a generation of confident, responsible, and compassionate young leaders”.
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