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Tuesday, March 8, 2011

BOYS ARE... GIRLS ARE...!

As we mark the 54th anniversary of Ghana's independence, and celebrate those who struggled in achieving that;we shouldn't forget children who need to carry on the dreams of our gallant men.
Coincidentally,6th March was also the International childrens' Day of Broadcasting (ICDB) on the
theme, 'Girls are... Boys are...'. It is about time we give equal opportunities to both boys and girls. Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on  the Rights of the child (UNCRC) grants children the right to the media. I ask, how many children do we see having programmes in the media?

In fact, we need to give children the platform to bring out what they have within. He who feels it knows it better. It is good to act and work for children,but it becomes better when they are allowed to do things by themselves with guidance. Let us all note that, children are resourceful citizens capable of contributing effectively to this country's development.