As a further demonstration of the commitment of the Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration towards encouraging children to succeed in life, the Human Capital Development (HCD)Office visited and celebrated the 2024 Children’s Day with the Jesus Children Missions Outreach (JCMO), New Bodija, Ibadan, the Federation of Muslim Women’s Association of Nigeria (FOMWAN), Akobo Estate, Ibadan as well as the Rehabilitation Centre for Disabled Persons at Temidire Area, Moniya, Oyo State.
While delivering the goodwill message from His Excellency, the Executive Assistant to the Governor, Rev, Idowu Ogedengbe, who was accompanied by Mr. A. O. Kolapo, Director (Administration & Supplies), admonished the children to be focused, set goals for themselves and pursue them diligently, noting that with God and hard work, they can succeed and achieve excellence in life.
He restated the commitment of Governor Makinde to the provision of the right foundation to enable them succeed in life. While at the Moniya Rehabilitation, the Governor’s Aide empathised with the people living with disability and encouraged them to discover, develop and deploy the hidden talents in them. He commended the Care-Givers and admonished them to see their job as a call to serve God and humanity faithfully.
While receiving the items being donated by the HCD Office towards celebrating with the children, representative of JCMO, Mrs Rosemary Odigbo, thanked the Governor for his continued support, which serves as a source of great relief and encouragement to them to continue in the work.
The Chairperson of FOMWAN, Alhaja K. A. Lawal, appreciated the kind gesture which coincided with the programme they organized for children from various schools and their home. She prayed for His Excellency to continue on the right path.
At the Moniya Rehabilitation Center, the principal, Mrs Odebunmi Eunice Olayemi, stated that the visit was heartwarming and motivating to her and her team. She also appreciated the Government under the leadership of Governor Seyi Makinde while noting the need for more support.
The HCD Office also partnered with LIFEBEARERS towards putting together an event to celebrate the children in Papa Community Waterside, Apete, Ibadan.
Gifts were equally sent to some private and public schools in Ibadan towards commemorating the 2024 Children’s Day.