By Stella Williams
The Lagos State Government has declared its commitment to eradicating all forms of bullying in public schools across the state. This was made known during the International Children’s Day 2025 event held at the Adeyemi Bero Auditorium in Alausa, Ikeja.
The Commissioner for Youth, Mr. Mobolaji Ogunlende, stated that the government is determined to create a safe and supportive learning environment for all students. He emphasized that bullying in any form will not be tolerated in the state.
The event was themed “STAND UP, SPEAK UP: Building a Bully-Free Generation.” The theme aims to raise awareness about the negative effects of bullying and promote a culture of kindness and respect among students.
Mr. Ogunlende highlighted the negative effects of bullying on individuals, especially youth and vulnerable people. He noted that bullying can lead to emotional trauma, low self-esteem, and poor academic performance.
The Lagos State Government is committed to addressing bullying in all its forms. The government believes that every student has the right to a safe and supportive learning environment.
The event featured an educationist and counselor from the Solid Teens and Youths Initiative, a non-governmental organization working to address bullying and related issues. The government appreciates the efforts of NGOs in promoting awareness and supporting initiatives that benefit students.
The event aimed to empower students to take a stand against bullying. Students were encouraged to speak up and report incidents of bullying to teachers or school administrators.
The government believes that a safe learning environment is essential for students’ academic success and emotional well-being. The government is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for all students.
The government emphasized that bullying is wrong and will not be tolerated in Lagos State. The government urges parents, teachers, and students to work together to prevent bullying in schools.
The government believes that awareness and prevention are key to addressing bullying. The government will continue to promote awareness and support initiatives that prevent bullying in schools.
The safety of students is a top priority for the government. The government will take all necessary measures to ensure that students feel safe and supported in schools.
The government urges students, parents, and teachers to take bullying seriously. The government encourages everyone to work together to create a bully-free environment in schools.
The Lagos State Government has reiterated its commitment to eradicating bullying in public schools. The government believes that by working together, a bully-free environment can be created in schools, and students can feel safe and supported.
The government plans to continue promoting awareness and supporting initiatives that prevent bullying in schools. The government is committed to ensuring that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.