“When a child plays, their brain grows; when they explore, build things and laugh with their friends, they are learning,” she said
The 2025 theme for World Children’s Day is ‘My Day, My Right’, a global day of action for children usually observed on November 20.
UNICEF will partner Lagos to ensure that every child’s right is identified through universal birth registration.
UNICEF reaffirms commitment to strengthen social protection in Oyo
“We must remind them of that duty. If children and youths are not prioritised today, then the Lagos of tomorrow is at risk,” she said.
Mr Shettima said that Nigeria presents both a challenge and an opportunity with its rapidly growing population.
Ms Lafoucriere urged intensified efforts in health education
Mr Akande said that the scheme was aimed at providing access to healthcare for 10,000 public primary school pupils in the first instance.
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has said that e-birth registration provides children in Nigeria the right to a legal identity.
Mr Ogboye encouraged mothers to embrace exclusive breastfeeding in order to provide a balanced diet for growing children.
