Children’s Day is a day marked annually to celebrate and honor the younger generation. The celebration of Children’s Day varies in observance by countries worldwide.
May 27 is traditionally the Children’s Day in Nigeria. Though it is not a general public holiday, primary and secondary school youngsters are given a day off from school. It is a day that offers kids the opportunity to immerse themselves in social activities, funfairs, excursions and other vocations.
In addition to the festivities and celebrations of Children’s Day, this date also serves to recognize that all minors and children have the right to quality health, education and protection.
World Children’s Day is celebrated on November 20 to commemorate the Declaration of the Rights of the Child by the UN General Assembly on 20 November 1959. China celebrates Children’s Day on June 1, Japan on May 5, Great Britain, August 20, India November 14.
Children’s Day is also a day for adults to remember their childhood experiences.
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