The Progressive Youth Ambassadors, Ekiti State Chapter, has organised a Boy Child Empowerment Programme aimed at promoting the development, education, welfare, and positive values of boys in the society.
The programme which was held at Christ Boys School Ado Ekiti brought together secondary school boys from different schools, parents, community leaders, invited guests, and other stakeholders to discuss the importance of investing in the boy child and creating opportunities for young boys to become responsible, disciplined, and productive members of the society.
The initiative also featured an award presentation to recognise individuals whose contributions and commitment to community development, youth advancement, and humanitarian service have made a positive impact.
Speaking at the event, the State Coordinator of the Progressive Youth Ambassadors, Ekiti State Chapter Ambassador Adeigba Adefunke emphasised the need for society to pay greater attention to the upbringing and development of boys, noting that they require proper guidance, education, mentorship, and emotional support to fulfil their potential.
The National coordinator Ambassador Kayode David explained that empowering the boy child goes beyond providing material assistance, stressing the importance of instilling discipline, integrity, respect for others, leadership skills, and a strong sense of responsibility in young boys.
According to the coordinator, boys who receive adequate support and positive guidance are better positioned to resist negative influences, make responsible decisions, and contribute meaningfully to the development of their families, communities, and the nation.
The programme also highlighted the importance of collaboration among parents, teachers, government institutions, traditional rulers, religious leaders, civil society organisations, and other stakeholders in addressing the challenges confronting boys.
One of the speakers, Prince Funsho Ogunsakin called for sustained investment in the education, skills development, welfare, and general wellbeing of boys, urging well-meaning individuals and organisations to support initiatives that provide them with opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed.
The participants were encouraged to embrace education, develop useful skills, respect constituted authority, and remain focused on building a future defined by responsibility, hard work, and positive achievements.
The NDLEA Ekiti State Assistant Superintendent of Narcotics (ASN) Mr Ifeoluwa Fabiyi who highlighted the consequences of drug abuse advised the students to steer clear so as to be a successful student in the nearest future.
The Progressive Youth Ambassadors Ekiti State reaffirmed its commitment to initiatives that promote the welfare and development of young people, expressing hope that the programme would inspire stronger community participation in the empowerment of the boy child.
The event ended with a call for collective action to ensure that boys receive the necessary guidance, encouragement, and opportunities to become responsible citizens and future leaders.
