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Tobin Hosts Colourful Children’s Day Celebration In Okrika
Wife of the Executive Chairman, Okrika Local Government Area (LGA), Mrs. Abiye Hope Tobin, has hosted a colourful Children’s Day party to commemorate the 2026 International Children’s Day celebration in Okrika LGA.
The event, which took place at the Council’s Multi-Purpose Hall, attracted children from different parts of the LGA, alongside parents, teachers, community leaders, and other dignitaries, who gathered to celebrate the special day dedicated to children.
Addressing the gathering, Mrs. Tobin described children as the future leaders of society and stressed the need for continuous investment in their education, welfare and moral upbringing.
She noted that creating opportunities for children to learn and grow in a healthy environment remains essential for sustainable community development.
She further encouraged the children to remain focused on their studies, be disciplined and strive for excellence in all their endeavours, assuring them of her continued support and commitment to initiatives that would positively impact their lives.
Highlight of the celebration was the presentation of educational materials to pupils by Mrs. Tobin.
The gesture, according to her, was aimed at promoting learning, inspiring academic excellence and supporting pupils across the LGA.
The atmosphere of the event was filled with excitement and fun as the children participated in various entertaining activities organised in their honour.
Parents, teachers and other guests who attended the celebration expressed appreciation to Mrs. Tobin for her generosity, kindness and unwavering commitment towards the welfare and educational advancement of children in Okrika Local Government Area.
The event was widely described as a memorable and impactful celebration that further demonstrated the local government administration’s concern for the wellbeing and future of children in the area.
By: Michael T. Abraham