The UNICEF Representative in Nigeria, Ms. Cristian Munduate,
said the collaboration symbolised a bridge between the commitment to child
rights and the power of art and storytelling.
She explained that over the course of the next year, these
champions would work with UNICEF to elevate pressing concerns related to
children, spanning sectors such as health, education, nutrition, child
protection, water sanitation, and hygiene.
“We are truly elated to join hands with such influential
voices in the entertainment industry; Cobhams, WAJE, Kate Henshaw, and Ali
Nuhu. Their dedication and passion for children’s rights will undeniably
amplify the urgency of the issues we fight for daily.
“This collaboration symbolises a bridge between the
commitment to child rights and the power of art and storytelling. Through
music, film, and public engagement, we hope to touch hearts, shift
perspectives, and inspire action.” Munduate said the UNICEF champions, would
engage in numerous initiatives and campaigns designed to ensure every child’s
right to survival, growth, development, and protection was upheld and
championed.
Speaking, Kate Henshaw, said, Nigeria needed to be more
intentional about child education, nutrition, health, the mothers, and the
environment in which children are raised.
“If you don’t take care of children, they’ll be wiped out,
and there will be nobody left. And children are so vulnerable, especially in
Nigeria. They need special care.”
On his part, Ali Nuhu, pledged to step down the message in
the local languages up north for proper communication.
Cobhams, another UNICEF Children Ambassador said it was
important to use music to tackle challenges facing the children as it
influences future generations and would reduce the flaws endemic in the
country.
Also, WAJE who
claimed to have been at the forefront of tackling issues concerning children
reiterated there was a need to pay more attention to children.
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