The Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV) celebrated Children’s Day in Lagos with a vibrant and inspiring event themed “Every Right, Every Child.”
Held on May 31st, 2025, at the Police College grounds in Ikeja, the event drew children from over 20 schools across the state, along with traditional rulers, senior police officers, stakeholders, and special guests.
The day featured a blend of fun and education — from motivational talks and games to parades, debates, quizzes, and award presentations.
Students participated in engaging activities designed to educate and inspire them.
Speaking at the event, the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, represented by AIG Adegoke M. Fayoade, who is the AIG ZONE 2 LAGOS, hailed the initiative as a fine example of preventive policing in action.
The IGP commended the organizers for an improved event compared to previous years, urging youths to make wise choices that will secure their future and contribute to a safer society.
He advised the youths not to partake in anything that would affect their academics and health or retard their progress.
He said they should rather engage in ventures that would promote their excellence in terms of their productivity and contribution to the socio-economic development of their country. They should do things that promote their growth.
The Commissioner Of Police Lagos State, CP Moshood Olohundare Jimoh, who was represented by ACP Vera Ameh-Akpa, reiterated the value of POCACOV’s efforts in sensitizing young people against cultism and other harmful behaviors.
National Coordinator of POCACOV, ACP Olabisi Okuwobi, highlighted the growing impact of the campaign, projecting that with sustained engagement, the number of young people free from vices in the next five years will be remarkable. “This event is proof that POCACOV is being embraced by the youth,” she noted.
Dr. Moses Oladimeji, Chairman of the Lagos Chapter of POCACOV and founder of Mosart Art Academy, described the event as a celebration of children and a reminder of the need to embrace positive values.
Royal representative Chief Akeem Oladipupo Ojora, speaking on behalf of Oba Fatai Aremu Aromire of Ojora and Ijora Kingdom, praised the campaign as a timely intervention to guide young people. He called on parents, educators, and community leaders to model integrity and good decision making.
Philanthropist and founder of Okachi Charity Foundation, Faith Morey, also lent her voice in support of POCACOV’s mission, emphasizing her foundation’s commitment to education and crime prevention among youths.
In their feedback, students described the event as fun, enlightening, and empowering, with many pledging to live by the values shared through the POCACOV campaign.
