The Centre for Black and African Arts and Civilization (CBAAC) on Friday honoured no fewer than 100 youngsters in commemoration of the 2024 International Day of the African Child.
The occasion with the theme ‘Bridging Heritage and Innovation: Unleashing the Creative Potential of the African Child Through Technology and Cultural Education’, engaged college students from six faculties in Lagos.
CBAAC, in a vibrant and enlightening programme, inspired the kids to soar past all limitations as they leveraged know-how and the immense potential in tradition.
The ceremony, held on the Muson Centre in Lagos, featured faculties like Ilogbo Junior Grammar School, Costain; STC College, Surulere; and Aunty Ayo International School, Ikoyi.
Others had been: Ebenezer Baptist Nur. and Pry. School, Victoria Island; Maryann College, Ikoyi; and St. Mary’s Nur. and Pry. School, Lagos Island.
The college students had been engaged in numerous competitions, together with storytelling, debate, dance drama, quiz, poetic renditions, conventional chants, artwork exhibition competitions, amongst others.
There had been vibrant shows of African tradition, music, and dance, as the scholars showcased their abilities and celebrated their heritage.
Some of the scholars who participated within the storytelling contest relayed historically, the essence of arduous work, perseverance and dedication, as key to success.
For the talk, the scholars explored the subject: ‘The role of technology in the preservation of African culture’.
Earlier, Aisha Adamu-Augie, Director-General of CBAAC, emphasised the significance of nurturing Africa’s future leaders and honouring the resilience and potential of the African youngsters.
Adamu-Augie urged the kids to at all times aspire to realize greatness and soar larger no matter their limitations.
“Today, we honour our youngsters. We imagine of their potential to form the continent’s future and make a constructive impression globally.
“As you’ll be able to see, it’s all about you right this moment, our youngsters. Today you’re the president, the chairman, the mom of the day, the chiefs.
“We are right here to rejoice the African little one, and we rejoice you since you are stunning, you’re sensible, you’re resilient, you’re extraordinarily excellent.
“I encourage you right this moment, to jettison each impediment to soar past your limitations.
“I also encourage you to be inspired positively with all that would be done here today, to be great representatives of your families, to be great representatives for your siblings, because we’re all here to make the world a better place,” she mentioned.
Patrick Imhakhawo, a User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) designer enlightened the scholars on the essence of making intuitive and impactful digital experiences.
He inspired the scholars to be engaged within the technological area whereas they explored the platform to advertise African tradition by designs.
Chima Agu, Software and Mobile App Developer, educated the kids on programming for the longer term and the way software program might be developed.
Eventually, Ilogbo Junior Grammar School bagged the primary place within the Debate competitors, STC College emerged winner for the Dance Drama whereas Ebenezer Baptist Nur. and Pry. School clinched the primary place within the artwork exhibition competitors.
Special recognition awards had been conferred on the perfect conventional ‘chanter’ and storyteller from STC College.
CBAAC additionally inspired three college students with a scholarship within the know-how area.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reviews that the International Day of African Child is a day earmarked to commemorate the Soweto rebellion of 1976 when college students in South Africa protested in opposition to apartheid and academic injustice.
It is often celebrated each June 16.
