President Tinubu has directed that bullying be stopped in schools, in commemoration of Children’s Day.

President Bola Tinubu has strongly condemned bullying in Nigerian schools, emphasizing its unacceptability in his message for the 2025 National Children’s Day. Aligning with this year’s theme, “Stand Up, Speak Up: Building a Bullying-Free Generation,” the President highlighted the detrimental effects of fear on children’s learning and development. Citing statistics that indicate widespread bullying experiences among Nigerian school children, President Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to safeguarding every Nigerian child’s rights and nurturing their dreams. He outlined key initiatives under the Renewed Hope Agenda, including the full implementation of the National Plan of Action on Ending Violence Against Children (2024–2030) and a comprehensive review of the Child Rights Act (2003) and the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Act (2015). The President also emphasized the use of the Cybercrime Act to protect children from online exploitation and abuse, underscoring a multi-faceted approach to creating a safe and respectful environment for all Nigerian children.