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Children’s Day: My Administration Will Continue To Provide Enabling Environment For Children – Afolabi Assures Parents, Guardians

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May 27, 2025

Yuletide: Afolabi felicitates with Christians on Christmas Day, Urges Them To Pray For Others The chairmanship candidate of Ede South local government area of Osun state in the forthcoming election, Hon. Lukman Afolabi, has extended warm wishes for a merry christmas to Christians on the occasion of this year's celebration. Afolabi, in his yuletide message emphasized the importance of celebrating Christmas with a focus on its spiritual values. The esrtwhile Association of Local Government of Nigeria, ALGON, Osun chapter, encouraged Christian community to spread love, care and maintain a peaceful conclusion to the eventful year. He urged them to also take safety precautions during the celebration period. Afolabi ,who expressed gratitude to God for the blessing of witnessing this year's Christmas extends his thoughts to the vulnerable and essential service workers. “Christmas, a period for loving, sharing, and giving, is here again! Christmas is a celebration of peace and goodwill for all. Being an expression of spiritual value, it is essential to celebrate Christmas while upholding the spiritual foundation of Christmas itself. Say your prayers, pray for others, and fill your heart with goodness, all of which would make the celebration meaningful. "The year has been eventful; let’s wrap it up as peacefully as possible. Take necessary security precautions, ensure good neighborliness, and avoid drinking and driving. "On behalf of my family, I wish you a very beautiful and Merry Christmas celebration. May we all witness this celebration in the coming years, God willing. While we are merry, please show love, kindness, and care to others in the community." Signed: Media unit, Abere soose movement. 25/12/2024.

As the world celebrates 2025 Children’s Day, the Chairman of Ede South Local Government Area of Osun State, Hon. Lukman Afolabi (Abere Soose), urged parents and guardians to promote and protect their children’s rights.

According to the council chairman, this will enable parents and guardians to appreciate the little things that bring joy to their children.

In a statement released through the council boss’s media unit on Tuesday, he said his administration is fully committed to ensuring children are given the enabling environment to develop themselves for a better future.

Afolabi noted that because children are the leaders of tomorrow, they deserve to be nurtured properly and protected against all forms of social vices.

He urged parents to take a moment to appreciate the little things that bring joy to kids.

His statement reads: As we celebrate Children’s Day, let’s take a moment to appreciate the little things that bring joy to kids.

“A simple smile, a favorite toy, or a fun game can light up a child’s face and fill their heart with happiness. These small pleasures remind us of the importance of living in the moment and finding joy in everyday life.

“As we celebrate Children’s Day, let’s also remember the importance of protecting and promoting children’s rights. Every child deserves access to quality education, healthcare, and protection from harm.

“I want to assure all parents and guardians that my administration will continue to provide enabling environment for children to develop themselves for a better future.

“I equally want to use this opportunity to appreciate the teachers and caregivers who work tirelessly to support and nurture our children. These individuals play a vital role in shaping the minds and hearts of our young ones, and their dedication and hard work are essential to helping children grow and thrive.

“On behalf of the good people of Ede South Local Government, I congratulate all children on this special day.”