The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari , has reiterated his regime’s commitment to protect children from sexual violence, domestic abuse and exploitation.
According to a statement on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, the President gave the assurance as Nigeria joined the international community to celebrate the Day of the African Child.
The statement read, “The President affirms that it is the right of every Nigerian child to be protected from sexual or physical violence and abuse, and to enjoy an environment conducive for learning and development. “The President recognises that this year’s commemorative activities with the theme, ‘Access to a Child-Friendly Justice System in Africa,’ have moved online due to the global COVID-19 pandemic.
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