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, while enjoying meals and snacks provided by POCACOV’s corporate partners.
Speaking at the event, the representative of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, praised AIG Adegoke M. Fayoade, who is the AIG ZONE 2 LAGOS, hailed the initiative as a fine example of preventive policing in action. The Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 2 Command, 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.
The Commissioner Of Police Lagos State, CP OLOHUNDARE MOSHOOD 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.
