Agboje Chuks
In commemoration of this year’s Children’s Day, prominent philanthropist and frontline Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) House of Assembly aspirant, Mrs. Ogor Tony-Obuh, has called for a comprehensive review and strengthening of existing child rights laws to better protect the younger generation.
Mrs. Tony-Obuh made the call during a press briefing held today at her residence in Agbor.
Addressing journalists, the legislative hopeful emphasized the urgent need for society to prioritize the welfare, education, and security of children, describing them as the foundational bedrock and leaders of tomorrow.
“Children are a special blessing from God and the custodians of our future. We cannot talk about a prosperous tomorrow without deliberately investing in our children today,” she stated.
Elaborating on her political aspirations, the tenacious leader revealed that her primary legislative blueprint centers on the holistic empowerment of mothers and children.
According to her, focusing on these two vulnerable demographics is the most viable strategy for sustainable nation-building.
She revealed that the child protection frameworks must be strengthened to curb abuse, exploitation, and neglect, just as she hinted at improving access to quality healthcare and education for children in rural and urban communities.
Mrs. Ogor Tony-Obuh noted that it was right to empower mothers through economic initiatives, noting that a stable home was crucial for a child’s development.
The NDC aspirant further noted that legislation alone was not enough. She spoke on how to use that law as a tool to instill societal discipline and moral rectitude.
She urged stakeholders, including parents, schools, and religious bodies, to collaborate in raising children who possess both the skills and the character to fly the nation’s flag proudly.
”Our laws must be intentionally structured to raise societal crusaders,” Mrs. Tony-Obuh hinted. “We need to nurture future leaders who are not just academic or professional ambassadors for our nation, but individuals who possess the right attitude, empathy, and strong moral values.”
As celebrations mark the day nationwide, Mrs. Tony-Obuh’s call resonates as a timely reminder of the legislative gaps that need closing to ensure a safer, brighter future for the Nigerian child.
