By Ejiro Nesisa
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has felicitated children across the state on the occasion of the 2026 Children’s Day celebration, urging parents, guardians and caregivers to prioritise the protection, education and proper upbringing of every child. The Governor made the call in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Festus Ahon, as he joined children in commemorating the annual event dedicated to celebrating the welfare and importance of children in society.
Governor Oborevwori described children as the future of society and stressed the need to provide them with an enabling environment to grow, learn and realise their full potential. He urged parents and guardians to remain committed to nurturing children with sound moral values, quality education and adequate protection from all forms of abuse, exploitation and neglect.
According to the Governor, every child deserves access to quality education, healthcare and opportunities that would prepare them for responsible adulthood and future leadership roles. He noted that his administration remained committed to policies and programmes aimed at improving the wellbeing of children across the state.
Governor Oborevwori further stated that Delta State had domesticated the Child Rights Protection Act to strengthen legal safeguards for children and ensure the protection of their rights and welfare.He also highlighted the state government’s commitment to free education at the basic and secondary school levels, describing education as a vital tool for empowering children and securing a brighter future for the state.
The Governor added that his administration had continued to provide free medical treatment for children under the age of five, alongside affordable contributory healthcare programmes designed to expand access to quality healthcare services for families across Delta State.
Reaffirming his administration’s dedication to child development, education and healthcare in line with the MORE Agenda, Governor Oborevwori urged children to remain focused on their studies, obey the law and strive to become responsible citizens who would contribute positively to the growth and development of Delta State and Nigeria.
“Children are precious gifts and the future leaders of our society. We must all work together to ensure they are protected, educated and guided properly to become responsible and productive citizens,” the Governor stated. He wished all children in Delta State a happy and memorable Children’s Day celebration.