UNICEF Nigeria has appointed Cobhams Asuquo (music producer), Aituaje Iruobe, popularly known as Waje (musician and film actors) Kate Henshaw and Ali Nuhu (popular actors) as its “Champions”.
UNICEF Representative in Nigeria, Ms. Cristian Munduate, who announced the appointment of the Champions on Wednesday, 30th August, 2023 in Lagos, said the four celebrities would serve as powerful voices; amplifying issues around child rights for 12 months.
According to her, in the course of the next one year, the champions will work together with UNICEF to elevate pressing issues on children, spanning various sectors, such as health, education, nutrition, child protection, water sanitation, and hygiene.
“Through music, film, and public engagements, we hope to touch hearts, shift perspectives, and inspire action.
“This collaboration symbolises a bridge between the commitment to child rights and the power of art and storytelling.
“We are truly elated to join hands with such influential voices in the entertainment industry – Cobhams, Waje, Henshaw, and Nuhu. Their dedication and passion for children’s rights would undeniably amplify the urgency of the issues we fight for daily,” Munduate reiterated.
As UNICEF champions, they will engage in numerous initiatives and campaigns designed to ensure that every child’s right to survival, growth, development, and protection is upheld and championed.
On their part, the celebrities called for a change of mindset, urging the government to create a favourable environment for children to thrive.
Henshaw said: “A lot of mindset need to be changed. It helps to have people like Waje, Ali, Cobhams and I, who have integrity, and can also help drive the change that UNICEF is calling for in our country that would make our society a better place to live in.”
In his remarks, Cobhams said: “It is impotent to extend the kind of affection and attention I received during my days as a child. That is why I am what I am today. Every gift you are giving is not just given to you but to pass on to others. Children need all the help they can get.”
Also speaking, Waje said there was a need to pay more attention to children.
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