Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has bemoaned the continuous child labour practices in the country, lamenting that the situation steals the dream of young children.

She said this against the backdrop of the World Against Child Labour Day 2025, marked on June 12.

She called for strengthening of laws to discourage the practice, while rallying support for families, and investment in quality education for every child.

In a personal statement she wrote to commemorate the day, she said, “Today, we raise our voices for millions of children whose dreams are stolen by the harsh reality of child labour. It is unacceptable that children are still forced to work instead of going to school, pursuing their dreams and learning how to grow into productive members of the society.

“Let us speed up efforts to end child labour in all ramifications by strengthening our laws, supporting families, and investing in quality education for every child.

“I urge us to work towards building a country where every child is free to thrive, dream, and reach their God-given potential. God bless our precious children!

The theme for this year’s celebration is: “Let’s Speed Up Efforts! End Child Labour!”