The Osun State Command, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), has promised to step up its fight against child abuse and gender based violence which have become norm in the society.
Osun State Command while celebrating this year children’s day
Its Commandant, Emmanuel Ocheja made the promise in his message to mark the 2022 children’s day celebration.
In a statement e-signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Atanda Olabisi, Ocheja the reaffirmed the readiness of the newly inaugurated Special Female Squad in the fight against any form of child abuse and gender based violence.
Children, the Commandant noted, are gifts from God, therefore, the future of the country “needs to be protected against any forms of threat of abuse and gender based violence”.
He stressed the needs for all stakeholders to rise and join hands with the Corps to create an environment safe for all children.
Commandant Ocheja said “As a parent, having children is one of the most significant things that can ever happen to you, As a teacher, it’s your utmost duty to educate them in a way that makes them better citizens and future leaders. Every child is special regardless of tribe, religion and background.”
He applauded the contributions of teachers, caregivers and parents for impacting knowledge and for their selflessness. Commandant Ocheja emphasized the importance of teachers and parents in shaping the future of our children in the Country. He, therefore, enjoined them to protect their children and wards from immoral and anti-social activities.
Ocheja further explained that the Corps would build on its present achievements to create a more secure and promising society for the development of every child.
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