Dissuade Your Children From Joining Cult Groups, Okpebholo Charges Parents

Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, wants parents and guardians to play more of a role in their children’s education, especially to stop them from joining cults. &nbsp,

This was stated by Okpebholo in his message to the children’s day event in 2025. &nbsp,

On the occasion of Children’s Day, His Excellency, Governor Monday Okpebholo, extends warm congratulations to all children in Edo State and throughout Nigeria. In a statement, the Governor urged parents and guardians to “dissuade their children from joining cult organizations,” according to Fred Itua, the governor’s chief press secretary.

Governor Okpebholo urged parents, guardians, teachers, and all other parties to continue to play important roles in inspiring children’s aspirations, instilling sound values in them, and encouraging them to pursue their aspirations.

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Remi Tinubu, the First Lady of Nigeria, also believes that bullying can be won by everyone. Photo: X@/KukoyiBusola

The Edo governor stated that his administration is dedicated to ensuring the development of children by providing them with top-notch education and creating an environment where they can flourish and realize their full potential.

Our children are our most priceless possessions. Their aspirations serve as Edo State’s vision for a brighter future. We as an administration are “fully committed to investing in their development, protecting their rights, and nurturing their talents,” Okpebholo said.

He cited several initiatives by his government intended to improve the lives of Edo children. Some of them include, among other things, more money being put toward education and child rights protection.

Regardless of background, every child deserves a fair chance at success, according to Governor Okpebholo. We will work tirelessly to give them the resources and encouragement they need to excel in their academic endeavors, advance their abilities, and make a positive impact on society.

President Bola Tinubu has also criticized bullying and other forms of child abuse, insisting that no child should be the victim.

Gunmen Kidnap Three Churchgoers In Ondo

Three Deeper Christian Life Ministry members were kidnapped by gunmen in the Akure North Local Government Area of the state in a second bloody robbery.

According to reports, the incident took place on Monday evening as churchgoers were leaving a Bible study in the Ogbese community’s Kasemola neighborhood.

Good morning, beloved, read a message from the church leadership announcing the incident. Please follow our instructions. After attending Bible study at Kasemola inside the Ogbese axis yesterday, three of our members were abducted.

As church members pray for their brethren’s safe release, the entire neighborhood is now enthralled.

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Olushola Ayanlade, the Ondo State Police Command’s public relations officer, confirmed the incident in a phone call with our correspondent.

He claimed that the command, the Nigerian Army, and the Amotekun Corps are currently conducting searches in the bush for the victims in order to rescue them.

FULL TEXT: President Tinubu’s 2025 Children’s Day Message Against Bullying

Bola Tinubu, president of Nigeria, reiterated the need for a coordinated effort to combat child bullying. &nbsp,

In a statement released on Tuesday in honor of the 2025 Children’s Day celebration with the theme “Stand Up, Speak Up: Building a Bullying-Free Generation,” his message was delivered.

TUESDAY, MAY 27, 2025, NATIONAL CHILDREN’S DAY, PRESIDENT BOLA AHAMED TINUBU’S MESSAGE

1. I join you in celebrating 2025 National Children’s Day with great joy and great pride, honoring our great nation’s past, present, and future. Let me reaffirm our commitment to nurturing and protecting you as Nigeria’s aspiring leaders, innovators, and changemakers on this occasion.

2. You are the most priceless component of our nation’s current educational system, the engine of our future, and the guardians of tomorrow’s promise, innovation, and leadership. You are the most priceless component of our nation’s fabric today. Therefore, I reiterate our constitutional, moral, and intergenerational commitment to safeguard every child in Nigeria, advance his rights, and fulfill his dreams.

3. The theme of “Stand Up, Speak Up: Building a Bullying-Free Generation,” which is featured this year, could not be more appropriate because it directly references the culture we are creating. a culture where every child feels safe, respected, and heard, both online and offline. Just to be clear, today’s Nigerian culture is riddled with violence, bullying, and neglect.

4. More than one in three children globally are regularly bullied. Up to 65% of school-age children in Nigeria have some form of physical, psychological, or social aggression, according to studies. This is unacceptable. Fear-based learning is not effective for children. Fearful children cannot develop in a healthy way.

5. We, my fellow Nigerians and our beloved children, place child protection at the top of the Renewed Hope Agenda. This includes the full implementation of my most recent release, Nigeria’s National Plan of Action on Ending Violence Against Children (2024-2030). With support from robust funding and multi-sectoral coordination, the plan offers a comprehensive roadmap to prevent abuse, prosecute perpetrators, and support victims.

6. We are also making strong efforts to stop, recognize, and respond to all forms of child abuse. To broaden the scope of protection, strengthen their provisions, close implementation gaps, and ensure nationwide enforcement, we have started a comprehensive review of the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Act (2015) and the Child Rights Act as a government. We are also utilizing the Cybercrime Act, which is in full force, to safeguard children from exploitation, abuse, and bullying.

7. The Child Rights Act was domesticated in 36 states, which shows how determined we are to protect and ensure the welfare of children. However, protecting our children by themselves won’t suffice. We need a holistic approach that includes citizens, lawmakers, educators, caregivers, faith leaders, and parents.

8. We are funding additional, more specific national child protection systems, such as the CPIMS, which is expanding to track and respond to cases in real-time. The Ministry of Women’s Affairs is leading nationwide awareness campaigns to end harmful traditional practices, strengthening community-based child protection systems, and training frontline responders.

9. In addition, we are committed to putting forth proactive measures to strengthen existing efforts to support families and communities in accordance with the Renewed Hope Agenda, including creating a robust institutional framework focused solely on Child Protection and Development. Every Nigerian child’s rights and well-being will be held accountable for their actions.

10. In addition to a number of other measures, we have developed Guidelines for School Administrators and a National Policy on Safety, Security, and Violence-Free Schools. In teacher training, we incorporate social-emotional learning and child protection. We create inclusive pathways for every child to learn, thrive, and succeed, regardless of background, through the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children.

11. We are expanding access to primary healthcare and expanding dedicated Mother and Child Hospitals and healthcare systems, which offer integrated maternal and child services, in the care economy. We are collaborating with subnational governments to enable the construction of similar facilities throughout the US.

12. Every child should be raised in a loving and secure environment, in our opinion. The Federal Ministry of Women’s Affairs has created the National Guidelines for Alternative Care for Children in order to give children who cannot remain in their biological homes the care and protection they deserve. Our child protection systems would benefit from the recently released National Plan of Action on Ending Violence Against Children (EVAC).

13. We work diligently to enhance child health and cognitive development through our School Feeding Scheme and Nutrition 774. The Nigerian Nutrition 774 project aims to prevent children from starving. Through this project, we are reaching out to every neighborhood to ensure that all children receive the nutrition they need to excel in their academic endeavors, creative endeavors, and overall health. A healthy child is well-equipped to deal with the problems of the future.

14. The Federal Ministry of Women’s Affairs has recently established a dedicated Department of Nutrition to improve program delivery, policy coherence, and coordination around child and maternal nutrition in order to institutionalize our commitment.

15. To track progress, monitor gaps, and hold ourselves accountable, we are developing social protection tools like the the Universal Child Grant.

16. The security of our children depends more on community vigilance than just government policies. Every Nigerian should be urged to become a champion for child protection because of this reason I’m launching a “See Something, Say Something, Do Something” campaign today.

17. You matter, our beloved kids. Your dreams are important. Your opinions matter. Nobody has the right to hurt, sneer, or disparage you. Talk up if you are being bullied or harmed; you will be heard and protected.

18. I urge all partners, stakeholders, and people who have responsibilities to support and advance our collective efforts. All of our plans, budgets, and policies must include child rights.

19. I urge those who haven’t yet taken action to take bold steps for the welfare of our children to now. Our children are at the heart of our nation, not just numbers.

20. Let today be the start of a new movement to create a Nigeria where every child develops peace, dignity, and love. No child ever languishes in silence or is left behind.

21. To all of our children, congratulations. May your joy be heard all over the world as a sign of renewed hope and a prosperous future.

Long live the children of Nigeria.

Our Reforms Will Solve 80% Of Nigeria’s Bureaucratic Challenges – Shettima

According to Vice President Kashim Shettima, strong institutional reforms can solve 80 percent of Nigeria’s bureaucratic and policy issues.

Shettima made this statement at the State House’s official presentation of the draft National Public Policy Development and Management Framework.

Hadiza Usman, the head of the Central Delivery Coordination Unit (CDCU), and the Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination gave a presentation at the State House.

Shettima urged a national reset in the conception, communication, and implementation of government policies, describing the new policy framework as a “long overdue” transformation approach in Nigeria’s governance architecture.

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“We will solve 80% of our public policy issues if we get our institutional frameworks right. He claimed that this approach was “overdue”.

He advocated for a national change in how public policy is developed, communicated, and implemented, noting that every government’s “mojo” is a workable public policy.

Shettima praised President Bola Tinubu’s leadership and his willingness to implement bold reforms because of his unique combination of public and private sector experience.

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“For the first time, our leader speaks economics and understands dynamics. He has the guts to make difficult choices. We can’t help but applaud President Tinubu for his start-up initiatives in all economic sectors.

He also emphasized the value of public understanding and effective policy implementation, noting that all levels of government must be followed by all.

Shettima also called for enforceable consequences within the policy framework in addition to data-driven policy execution and real-time monitoring.

Police Arrest Couple For Child Trafficking, Rescue 12 Children In Abia

A couple, Blessing and Sunday Emebo, have been detained by police in Abia State for operating a non-registered home for motherless babies.

Twelve children were rescued from their apartment on Ikot Ekpene Road in Aba when the suspects were apprehended there.

According to Maureen Chinaka, the Abia State Police Command’s spokesperson, detectives detained the suspects on May 19 at around 11:45 a.m. based on credible information. m.

According to the statement, one Blessing Emebo “f” 49 years and Sunday Emebo “m” 42 years old were apprehended on the 19/05/2025 at 11:45 hrs., according to the statement.

Twelve (12) children, ages six months to fourteen years old, from various Arochukwu villages were discovered with the suspects. The Ministry of Women’s Affairs has taken custody of the rescued children in confidence. ”

The suspects are currently being interrogated at the State Criminal Investigation Department, CID, and will soon be arraigned in court after investigations, according to her, and their ages ranged from two months to fourteen years.

Meanwhile, investigations are ongoing. The suspects are currently being questioned at the state CID in Umuahia, according to the police, and will soon be arraigned in court once the investigation is over, according to the officers.

One injured as a bus stop explosions in Abuja

The Abia State Police Command stated that it was committed to reducing crime and criminal activity in Abia State, but it also gave the advice to the public to remain vigilant and prevent children from being left with unknown people.

The Command is committed to reducing state crime and criminal activity. We advise people to maintain security and protect children’s safety.

DPO Killed As Youths Attack Kano Police Station Over Detainee’s Death

Following a violent incident that resulted in the deaths of a Divisional Police Officer (DPO) and another person, tension seized control of the Rano Local Government Area of Kano State.

The incident started on Sunday evening when a motorcycle mechanic, identified as Abdullahi Musa, was detained for allegedly reckless and dangerous riding, according to a press release from the Kano State Police Command on Monday. At the time of his arrest, it was thought he had a drink of.

Musa was taken to Rano General Hospital because he had health issues while he was being held, according to the police. He sadly passed away on May 26, 2025, at around 06:00 am while receiving treatment, according to SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the Kano Command’s police public relations officer.

A group of irate youths reportedly stormed the Rano Police Division after learning of his death, ignoring parts of the station and destroying several vehicles. &nbsp,

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According to Kiyawa, “the attackers looted and burned sections of the station, burned two vehicles, destroyed ten others, seriously injured the DPO,” the statement continued.

The DPO, whose name was not made public in the statement, was immediately transported to Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Police confirmed the arrest of 27 of the alleged attackers in the wake of the violence. Authorities claim that control has now been achieved.

A “comprehensive and transparent investigation” into the incident has been mandated by the police commissioner, Ibrahim Bakori. Additionally, he visited Mohammed Isah Umar, the Emir of Rano, to offer condolences.

According to CP Bakori, “We are committed to finding both the remote and the unavoidable causes of this tragic series of events.” “Those accountable will face punishment, whether through incitement or direct action.”