Children's Day

Children's Day Celebrations: Music, Advocacy, and Commitment

Discover how children from Apostolic Faith Church amazed the audience, NACA's push to end HIV transmission to newborns, and the commitment to children's health on this Children's Day!

Children's Day was a memorable occasion with the Apostolic Faith children's choir in Abuja captivating the audience with a musical performance. Over 500 children showcased their talents on Sunday evening, bringing delight to all present at the church premises. In parallel, the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) emphasized the importance of zero HIV transmission to newborns on this special day. Dr. Temitope Ilori, the Director General of NACA, highlighted the need to ensure that no child is born with HIV, reiterating the agency's commitment to this cause.

As Nigeria commemorated Children's Day, Dr. Ilori reiterated the message that no child should enter the world with the burden of HIV. This annual celebration on May 27 serves as a poignant reminder of the priceless value of every child's life. NACA's unwavering dedication to preventing HIV transmission to children was reaffirmed, underscoring the organization's pivotal role in safeguarding the health of the younger generation.

In a related development, The Nation Newspaper reported on NACA's reaffirmation of its commitment to preventing HIV transmission to children, highlighting the agency's ongoing efforts in this critical area. The Children's Day celebrations culminated in a powerful statement of solidarity and determination to protect the well-being of every child in the nation.

Children's Day holds a special place in the hearts of Nigerians, serving as a reminder of the innocence and potential embodied by the nation's youth. The advocacy for zero HIV transmission to newborns by NACA reflects the collective responsibility to ensure a healthy future for all children, reinforcing the importance of awareness and proactive measures in safeguarding children's health.