Monday 29 February 2016

Christian Women Group Decries Violence Against Children

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The National President of the Women Wing of Christian Council of Nigeria, Mrs. Omatshola Williams, has condemned violence against children in any form or shape.
She also called on all Nigerians to join the crusade in saying ‘No to Violence against Children’.
Mrs Williams made this known while speaking during a courtesy call on the Governor of Anambra state, Willie Obiano, at the Governor’s Lodge, Amawbia, where they presented a branded T-shirt shunning the vice that is said to be prevalent in most south-south and southeast states of the country.
The governor commended their mission and said the ecumenical spirit that united them in the campaign is noteworthy and urged them to continue to help make the state and the country, at large, a better place to live in.
The women presented a branded T-shirt to the governor which they intend to use to drive home the message of shunning violence against children.
Governor Willie Obiano’s commended the spirit with which they formed the association to help mankind fight vices while enthroning virtues.

He urged them to continue in same spirit to achieve the ultimate purpose of having a safe and secure world to live in.
The visit featured prayer sessions for peace in the state and for God’s protection on the governor.
The National President also spoke extensively on forms of violence perpetrated against children in the country, which includes cultism, gay practice, trafficking and unwholesome attitude of orphanage homes.
She prescribed good Christian home training, sensitization and advocacy on the subject matter.

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