By Peter Omopo
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has emphasised the continued importance of books in education, stating that technological advancement cannot replace reading in schools.
She made the remarks during a meeting with the United States Special Envoy for Best Future Generations, Charles Harder, on the sidelines of the “Fostering the Future Together” Global Summit hosted by Melania Trump in Washington, D.C..
Mrs. Tinubu stressed that reading books remains vital for children, as it helps broaden their knowledge without the distractions associated with social media and other digital platforms.
She noted that education remains a central priority of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, adding that understanding people’s needs is key to effective governance.
The First Lady also disclosed plans to launch a nationwide campaign on child nutrition through her office, aimed at improving the wellbeing of children across the country.
In his remarks, Charles Harder said the engagement was aimed at advancing discussions on the needs of Nigerian children. He explained that the Best Future Generations initiative, championed by Melania Trump, focuses on addressing critical issues affecting children globally, including nutrition, health, and protection from abuse.
The meeting took place alongside the global summit, which brought together over 45 First Ladies to discuss the impact of artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies on children and adolescents worldwide.
