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Edo PS Advises Parents To Instill Moral Values, Discipline In Their Children

By Joseph Ebi Kanjo
Government at all levels has advised to prioritise policies and allocate resources that address the needs of children so as to ensure access to quality education, healthcare, and social support systems.
This is as parents were advised to
instill moral values, discipline, empathy in their children so as to make them responsible citizens who contribute to the growth and progress of our great nation.
The pieces of advice were giving by
Mrs. Barbara Osobajo, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Social Development and Gender Issues, Edo State, at an event to commemorate the 2023 Children’s Day.
The theme of this year’s Children Day was ‘The State of Nigerian Children and the Significance of Proper Parenting for Value Re-orientation and National Consciousness.’
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The Permanent Secretary, represented by the Director of Child Development, Mrs. Kate Bello, said children are the backbone of the Nation’s future, hence it’s collective responsibility of all to ensure their well-being, that will shape them into responsible citizens .
The Permanent Secretary who said
Nigeria, like many other countries, is facing numerous challenges that affect the upbringing and development of children, lamented that “issues such as poverty, inadequate access to education, violence, and the erosion of our cultural values which poses significant threats to their growth.”
Expressing optimism that focus on proper parenting and value re-orientation could bring about positive change and secure a brighter future for the nation, Osobajo stressed “proper parenting is the cornerstone of nurturing well-rounded individuals who contribute positively to society.”
She continued: “It goes beyond providing material needs and encompasses instilling moral values, discipline, and empathy in our children. Parents as the primary caregivers, play an instrumental role in shaping the character and mindset of their offspring. By investing time, love, and guidance, parents can empower their children to become responsible citizens who contribute to the growth and progress of our great nation.
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“While value re-orientation is another vital aspect that requires our attention, because our society has witnessed a decline in ethical standards, where corruption, dishonesty, and selfishness have become far too prevalent.
“It is our duty to reverse this trend and instill core values such as integrity, honesty, respect, and compassion in our children, which can be done through education and positive role modeling, that can guide them to become morally upright individuals, who uphold the principles that will lead to a better Nigeria.
She therefore advised children to “develop a sense of national consciousness—a deep understanding and appreciation of our country’s rich heritage, diversity, and collective identity. By fostering a sense of pride in our Nigerian identity, we empower our children to actively participate in nation-building, unity, and peace.”
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Tragedy In The Sky As Pilot Dies Mid-air

What began as a routine trip from Seattle to Istanbul turned tragic. Turkish Airlines Flight 204 was cruising normally when one of the captains, 59-year-old İlçehin Pehlivan, suddenly collapsed.
Despite the crew’s efforts, he sadly passed away mid-flight a veteran aviator lost among the skies he loved.
Over the radio, the co-pilot’s voice trembled: “Initially we had three pilots, but we lost one of our captains today.
That’s why we’re diverting to JFK.” Air traffic controllers responded with compassion, arranging medical help on the ground.
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The aircraft landed at New York’s JFK Airport at dawn, met by emergency teams and a heavy silence. Turkish Airlines later paid tribute to Captain Pehlivan, who had passed medical checks just months earlier and spent nearly two decades flying safely around the world.
Passengers continued to Istanbul, but the memory of this flight endures a reminder of the resilience of aviators, the fragility of life, and the bond shared by those who soar through the skies.
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Foundation Engages Traditional Leaders To Curb GBV In Bauchi

The Iqra Foundation for Women and Youth Development (IKFWYD) has engaged traditional leaders across three Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Bauchi State to promote male involvement in efforts to curb Gender-Based Violence (GBV).
The intervention is being implemented in Bauchi, Ningi, and Toro Local Government Areas.
Speaking during an advocacy visit, Mr. Ismail Umar, the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer of the foundation, said the role of traditional institutions in influencing positive behavioural change could not be overstated.
“The programme is designed to engage men on issues related to protecting the rights of women and girls.
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“Family wellbeing and social harmony cannot be achieved without the meaningful involvement of men.”
Umar noted that challenges such as gender-based misunderstandings, domestic tensions, poor communication between spouses, and limited awareness of shared responsibilities often contribute to family instability.
“By focusing on men as partners in promoting peace and wellbeing, this programme aims to reinforce their positive influence within families and communities.
“We are piloting the initiative in Bauchi, Ningi, and Toro LGAs, and are engaging respected community members to support and guide male involvement in promoting peace, family wellbeing, and the dignity of women.”
He further explained that the initiative would foster unity and cooperation between men and women as partners in building stable and peaceful homes.
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Also speaking, Mr. Bamidele Jacobs, Director of Legal at Lawyers Alert, an implementing partner of the project, said the engagement of men was crucial to ensuring sustained support and protection for women in the state.
In their separate remarks, traditional rulers expressed their support and commitments to the programme.
Alhaji Yusuf Danyaya, the District Head of Ningi, pledged to mobilise men for the initiative, noting that “a violence-free home leads to a peaceful society.”
Similarly, Alhaji Hussaini Uthman, District Head of Miri in Bauchi metropolis, said the mission of the programme aligns with the traditional role of community leaders in fostering reconciliation between couples.
On his part, Alhaji Umar Adamu, the District Head of Toro, said addressing GBV is a collective responsibility to ensure that communities remain safe and peaceful.
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Okpebholo Believes In Courage, Capacity Says Edo Poly Rector

The acting rector of Edo State Polytechnic, Usen, Dr Nosakhare Arodoye has promised to implement to the fullest the SHINE agenda of the state government.
Dr Arodoye said he was appointed by the governor to change the narrative of the Polytechnic from the present state to global standard with market-ready graduates and wealth creators within and outside Nigeria.
He spoke during the handover ceremony of the leadership in the state tertiary institution.
According to him, “the governor sent me here for development that will position this institution in a manner that will be productively and evidently attractive to all for visible intellectual results and deliveries.
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“I’m for greater impact, lesser noise, the governor as a game changer understands this hence he approved my appointment as a tool for change in Edo Poly. Governor Okpebholo believes in courage and capacity.
“The governor is not a cut to size, he knows how the academic environment works. You can see that his team is made up of global scholars and that is where I belong.
“I’m here to work, I’m going to teach, courses must be allocated to me. I go for what people run from as a progressive, just like the governor, you can see the turnaround of things affecting every area positively.”
Earlier, the immediate past acting rector, Engr. Sylvester Omoruyi briefed the new rector on the present state of the institution particularly the continuous support from the state government.
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He said Sen Monday Okpebholo has cleared the backlog of salaries as staff now receive their salary as at when due.
He noted that a total of twenty-two programmes have successfully been accredited with NYSC calling for various HND awarding departments.
On partnership, he said the polytechnic is currently in collaboration with Xianzi and Fuzhou Polytechnic in China where seven students are currently undergoing studies on student exchange programmes.
Before arriving at the polytechnic premises, Dr Arodoye had visited the palace of the Elawure of Usen, Oba Oluogbe III.
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