By Suleiman Abubakar Rimi Uku Lafia
As the world marks the 2025 International Children’s Day, the Speaker of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dr. Danladi Jatau, has reaffirmed the Assembly’s unwavering commitment to protecting the rights of children and promoting their overall well-being through legislative interventions.
In a statement issued by his Press Secretary, Jibrin Gwamna, Speaker Jatau emphasized that the 7th Assembly under his leadership remains dedicated to enacting child-friendly laws and making resolutions aimed at eradicating child labour, curbing the rising number of out-of-school children, and eliminating street begging and hawking, practices he described as detrimental to the future of the Nigerian child.
While celebrating children across the state and the nation, the Speaker advocated for stronger collaborative efforts among stakeholders, including parents, guardians, government agencies, and civil society, to combat all forms of abuse and violence against children.
Describing children as divine gifts and future leaders, Dr. Jatau underscored the importance of providing quality education, moral guidance, and emotional support to every child in order to build an egalitarian and prosperous society.
He noted with concern the alarming rate of child-related challenges in Nigeria and called for collective action to address the scourge.
“If parents, guardians, stakeholders, and the government work together to tackle child abuse, child labour, and other harmful practices, it will significantly enhance peace, unity, and development in our society,” he said.
Highlighting education as a vital tool for eradicating poverty and social vices, the Speaker urged families to prioritize the education of their wards and emphasized the Assembly’s readiness to support all government initiatives that enhance child welfare.
Dr. Jatau concluded by calling on parents and guardians to reflect on the significance of Children's Day and take concrete actions that will positively shape the future of their children and society at large.
