Edo Governor to partner with religious bodies to tackle street trading by children
According to the governor, the issue of street children is worrisome and of great concern to the state government.
Godwin Obaseki
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Obaseki disclosed this when the Prelate of the Methodist Church of Nigeria, Dr Samuel Uche, and other clerics paid him a courtesy visit in Benin, on Monday.
“We want to work with relevant stakeholders to know the numbers of these street children in the state, especially in Benin, and proffer solution.
“We believe that the religious bodies can play a great role in this regard”, he said.
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The governor, who appreciated the role of religious bodies toward ensuring peaceful coexistence in any society, emphasised the need for the state and religious bodies to work in harmony.
He said that his administration would consolidate on the achievements of his predecessor and assured the prelate of his administration’s support in its effort to build a Methodist Vocational Secondary School in the state.
Earlier, the Prelate had congratulated the governor over his victory in the 2016 Edo governorship polls and advised him to give special attention to the welfare of staff and retirees.
The Prelate also advised the governor to build on the achievement of his predecessor and see himself as a governor to every Edo citizen.
He prayed for peaceful coexistence in the state and urged youths to shun vices.
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The clergy solicited the support of the state government in the acquisition of parcel of land for a Methodist Secondary School and a vocational training centre in the state.
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