Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to securing a brighter future for every child in Kwara State, pledging deeper investments in education, healthcare, and child protection.
Marking this year’s Children’s Day, the governor promised that no child in Kwara would be left behind, stressing that government policies are focused on giving children a solid foundation to thrive.
“Every child deserves to live and prosper in dignity — and that responsibility falls on all of us,” he said. “We are focused on quality basic education, maternal and child healthcare, and policies that build a better world for our children.”
He highlighted several key initiatives, including the state’s anti-hawking drive, a six-month paid maternity leave policy, enforcement of child-protection laws, and a strong emphasis on early childhood education through the KwaraLEARN programme.
This year’s celebration, themed “Stand Up, Speak Up: Building a Bullying-Free Generation”, aligns with the state’s growing emphasis on creating safe learning spaces. AbdulRazaq pointed to the enactment of the Violence Against Persons Law and mechanisms that allow schoolchildren direct access to top education officials.
“Our children are rising to lead their peers across the country,” he said. “And Kwara now records the lowest under-five mortality rate in Nigeria — a testament to the results of our targeted policies.”
AbdulRazaq also called on stakeholders — from parents and teachers to community leaders — to play their part in supporting the state’s vision for the next generation.
“We’re building a system where every Kwara child is empowered to compete globally. Our newly launched Education Trust Fund and our evolving reforms show that this commitment is not just words — it’s action,” he said.
He ended his message with a note of celebration and encouragement: “Happy Children’s Day to our future leaders. Your dreams are valid, and we are here to help you reach them.”
