Imo Govt, UNICEF reiterates enviable, conducive, sustainable future for children
BY: EMMANUEL CHUKWUMA, ENUGU.
The Imo State Government, in collaboration with UNICEF, has reiterated its commitment to creating a conducive, enviable, sustainable, and safe future for children in the state.
The UNICEF Chief of Field Office, Enugu, Mrs Juliet Chilewe, stressed that the future of the children is paramount and that the government and stakeholders must come together and think outside the box to enable them to realize their dreams.
Mrs Chilewe highlighted that children represent the future leadership of the nation, and we must groom them now to face the challenges ahead.
She submitted that government and parents have a responsibility to ensure that they acquire basic education, proper training and skill set which would enable them face the future with confidence and boldness.
The UNICEF Chief of Field Office, Enugu, Mrs Chilewe emphasized that they will continue to support government in providing basic needs such as medical care, education and providing secure environment for the children.
In his comment, the governor recalled that the administration had layed solid foundation for their future in the five years he had been in the saddle.
Uzodimma urged them to remain positive and hopeful for a brighter future despite the harsh economic realities.
The governor expressed optimism that President Bola Tinubu, and the governors were working tirelessly to build proud future filled with progress, Opportunities and lasting developmental strides.
“My administration has invested heavily in education and health, two key areas that help children dream big and achieve their goals. I assure you, your future is bright.”
Uzodimma remarked that the current economic reforms were put in place by the Tinubu Administration to strengthen the systems and support Nigeria’s growth cascading in the building of roads, schools, hospitals, and other vital infrastructure.
“His drive for the welfare of the citizenry, he said, led to revitalizing the health and education sectors, to “help children grow, learn and thrive.
“The governor urged the children to cultivate the attitude of learning, staying in school, building useful skills for the future, appreciate the sacrifices their parents make by showing them love, respect, and being obedient to their spiritual, educational and moral guidance; and stay away from bad influences like cultism, theft, and other harmful behaviors that could ruin their future.”
