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THE STREET LIFE(Focus On Child Labour) On LET'S TALK By E PLUS The Storyteller.
~4.7 mins read
This is Sii, a child with dreams, goals and ambitions, a child who looks forward to a bright future, but with the prevailing reality, it all seem like a far cry. With barely any support from anywhere or anyone, his poor parents can hardly afford three square meals a day, and even to secure a meal is majorly dependent on how hard he husles, hawking his wares, from street to street. While other kids prepare for school, Sii would have to wake up early enough to catch the first bus heading for the market Square, by so doing he would stand a chance of getting a free seat, at the extension. This continues to be a regular routine, pending when things look up. Occasionally, Sii would catch up with some kids along the pathway, as they discuss the lessons they had been taught in school. He would pay close attention to see if he could learn one or two. Anytime Sii returns home, he begins to ponder over the new words he has learnt, as he continues to dream of a brighter future, where one day, he would be able to go to a good school, just like the other kids.
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Hmmm.. There are so many kids like Sii, out there who dream of a better life, yet lack the opportunity owing to their state of poverty. They seem so helpless, dejected and rejected, and have to resort to other survival tactics. More often than not, the children become victims of this narrative, their parents, uncles, aunts and relatives expose them to the street life by engaging them in child labour, and while on the streets they are prone to all the hazards that tag alone. Eventually, the child lost his innocence in the entire process and is disillusioned. The question is:
Where do we go from here?
What is the adverse effect of child labour on our society?
What is the lasting solution to address the situation of the gifted, yet underprivileged child?
Here are responses from notable personalities:
emy1010: Child labour is as a result of lack of planning..God has given us choice, and choice is tied to planning, you don't give bear children without planning, you don't leave it to fate.
People need to be educated,
Parents should be held responsible for lack of foresight because if these things are not checked. You have to consider the times you are in before bringing children into the world, you can actually make projections and know what you can afford, every child comes from a home.
Parents should be held responsible for lack of foresight because if these things are not checked. You have to consider the times you are in before bringing children into the world, you can actually make projections and know what you can afford, every child comes from a home.
Muyiwa Kayode: Free and Compulsory Education up to SS3. Non-Negotiable
Stephen: Life on the street can be very hazardous even on a daily basis, you want to ensure that you are not caught up with the mischiefs, amongst miscreants, thus you can imagine the implication, when a child becomes part of that narrative as a result of the impoverish state of the family or society. The family is a nucleus of the society, and once everything is in place from the Homefront, it gets easier. Families can be structured according to what is feasible within the family. Tailor your needs according to what you can afford, there are still affordable educational centres where even the poorest can get a good education, at least the basic education. Then on the part of the government, they should find a way of providing more educational and lucrative centres that are both affordable and accessible. When both units(Family and government) collaborate well, then the structure becomes formidable, and conducive.
Joy: It is a Systemic issue, as long as the society/law makers do not see anything wrong, they won't do anything right to ensure it's at minimal exposure. I dont think its only physical poverty that is at play here, mental Poverty dey kampe...
If everyone knows it's wrong and are sensitized about the consequences to the benefits, maybe they'll reconsider abusing these children, but you know humans, there are just some people who are extraordinarily special, and would follow through with their own agenda.
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If everyone knows it's wrong and are sensitized about the consequences to the benefits, maybe they'll reconsider abusing these children, but you know humans, there are just some people who are extraordinarily special, and would follow through with their own agenda.
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Insightful responses from our guests, you would agree. One thing is worthy of note definitely- Child labour must not be encouraged, it is a weight on the society, because good or bad, whatever a child turns out to become in life, has a ripple effect on the society. We shouldn't watch the people we lead, go into oblivion or feel helpless, when there is something that can be done. Leadership tags along with responsibilities, one of which is being proactive and insightful. We must begin to fix the cracks in our walls by seeking help, when and where neacessary. The Keyword here, is BALANCE.
A healthy nation is a wealthy nation, and when the children of a nation is healthy and sound in mind, soul and body, then the foundation is right.
Let's begin to look inwards.
Let's begin to look inwards.
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The Secret Of My Afang Soup Is In This Story.
~4.4 mins read
The secret to my Afang soup is in this story, just read it to the end.
Sixteen missed calls! Ah! My friend, Favour had been calling and I was fast asleep. This sleep must have been really deep o! Just Imagine! My phone rang sixteen times and I did not even hear once..hmmmm...very serious. Well, I decided to call her back and this time, it was my turn to wait. After several dials, Favour eventually picked up my call.
"Ah han! Na wa for you o! Where you dey since wey I dey call you?" She exclaimed. I had expected such reaction, though. I just laughed.
"Favour, abeg no vex, I been dey sleep, I just tire.I say make I rest small." I replied. She heaved a heavy sigh. "No wahala sha. I called to remind you of the graduation party for my son. It's in few days. Favour's son had just graduated from high school and, she planned to hold a party in his honour, it had totally slipped my mind.
"Chai! Honestly, I been dun forget o! How e go be nau?" I said. "em..I have made arrangements for agoyin to handle the cooking and also, paid for rentals." Favour said. It was quite great to know that my friend had all the preparation, under check.
"So any colour code?" I inquired. Favour remained silent for a while. I could percieve she was indecisive.
"Honestly, it's even part of the reason I called you.
"My husband and I have been arguing over this issue of colour and it's leading us no where, I'm tired o!" She lamented. Hmmm.. it was quite amazing to find out that even issues like colour, could raise so much dust amongst couples.
"I don't think you and your husband should fuss over colour nau, e neva reach like dat!" I said.
"Oya, between pink and white, which do you think works for the occasion?" Favour asked promptly. I was in no way going to be set up so I decided to play safe.
"None!" I exclaimed.
"None? Ahan! Okay, which colour do you have in mind, now?" My friend probed anxiously. I had to give it a thought for a while.
"Let's go for blue and a touch of white for the males then, a touch of pink and white for the females." I replied. Favour remained quiet for a while before she responded.
"In fact, I know I could count on you. I love the combination. So we will settle for these colours."
"No problem, any day, any time." I replied. I was quite happy that Favour loved the colours I had suggested. Then, she continued. "Debby, I still need one more favour from you o!" She said, sounding quite helpless. "What is it?" I asked.
"That your Afang Soup, I need some for my guests." Favour requested. Then my calculation cap came on. I had to the additions.
"So, how many guest are you expecting?" I inquired. "Hmmm..Fifty or hundred guests." She replied.
"Okay, let's say, approximately...one hundred and twenty guests." I added.
"Okay, cool." Favour responded. "No problem, I will send you the bill." I said.
"Thank you so much! Please, let this Afang Soup be exactly like the one you cooked for Tope's wedding o!" Favour emphasised. I smiled.
"Favour, you no trust me again?" I asked, confidently and, we laughed. Then I began to make my preparations. It was few minutes to the graduation party and, I was almost done with the Afang soup. Favour called me while I was dishing it, into the food warmer.
"Favour, congratulations!" I said. "Thank you o, my friend. How far with the Afang soup nau? Shey you are bringing it?" She asked anxiously. "Of course, I will be at the venue, in ten minutes." I replied.
"Thank you." She said and ended the call. Thank goodness, there was no traffic, so i arrived at the party, quite on time! Favour was so delighted to see me as we embraced each other. Quickly, I began to serve the Afang soup with pounded yam. Everyone ate to thier satisfaction and were smacking their lips! "Madam, the food was really tasty. Thank you." All the guests kept saying to me, in fact my Afang soup landed me more contracts before the Party ended. After everyone had gone, I stayed with Favour, for a while just to catch up on some gossips. "Thank God everything went well." I said.
"My sister, thank God. I really appreciate all that you have done and yes, Debby, I have been longing to ask you; what makes your Afang soup soooo delicious and distinct? I have eaten Afang soup in other places but yours stands out, even the guests were talking about your Afang soup, what's the secret, Debby?" Favour sought to know. I smiled and looked at her.
"Well, what's a secret, if it is shared?" I teased. Then we laughed again. However, I was willing to share my secret with Favour, considering our friendship. "Okay, there is a spice I add to my Afang soup and it is known as Okpei." I said. Favour looked at me curiously. "Okpei?" She exclaimed.
"Yes, Okpei. It changes everything, once it goes into the soup." I replied. Then, Favour's face lit up.
"Hmmm.. now I know. I will definitely keep this secret!" She said as we both chuckled.
"You better do, otherwise..." I responded and, we laughed as we continued our jist. That evening, I returned home, feeling very contented that everyone enjoyed my Afang soup. As I laid on the bed, my husband turned to me.
"Madam, I hope you reserved my own Afang soup o?" He asked. Thankfully, I had reserved some, in the fridge. "
Don't worry darling, I have got you covered." I replied. Then, with a smile, my husband reached out for my hands and held them warmly.
"I trust you. The Afang Guru" He said and we both laughed.
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Sixteen missed calls! Ah! My friend, Favour had been calling and I was fast asleep. This sleep must have been really deep o! Just Imagine! My phone rang sixteen times and I did not even hear once..hmmmm...very serious. Well, I decided to call her back and this time, it was my turn to wait. After several dials, Favour eventually picked up my call.
"Ah han! Na wa for you o! Where you dey since wey I dey call you?" She exclaimed. I had expected such reaction, though. I just laughed.
"Favour, abeg no vex, I been dey sleep, I just tire.I say make I rest small." I replied. She heaved a heavy sigh. "No wahala sha. I called to remind you of the graduation party for my son. It's in few days. Favour's son had just graduated from high school and, she planned to hold a party in his honour, it had totally slipped my mind.
"Chai! Honestly, I been dun forget o! How e go be nau?" I said. "em..I have made arrangements for agoyin to handle the cooking and also, paid for rentals." Favour said. It was quite great to know that my friend had all the preparation, under check.
"So any colour code?" I inquired. Favour remained silent for a while. I could percieve she was indecisive.
"Honestly, it's even part of the reason I called you.
"My husband and I have been arguing over this issue of colour and it's leading us no where, I'm tired o!" She lamented. Hmmm.. it was quite amazing to find out that even issues like colour, could raise so much dust amongst couples.
"I don't think you and your husband should fuss over colour nau, e neva reach like dat!" I said.
"Oya, between pink and white, which do you think works for the occasion?" Favour asked promptly. I was in no way going to be set up so I decided to play safe.
"None!" I exclaimed.
"None? Ahan! Okay, which colour do you have in mind, now?" My friend probed anxiously. I had to give it a thought for a while.
"Let's go for blue and a touch of white for the males then, a touch of pink and white for the females." I replied. Favour remained quiet for a while before she responded.
"In fact, I know I could count on you. I love the combination. So we will settle for these colours."
"No problem, any day, any time." I replied. I was quite happy that Favour loved the colours I had suggested. Then, she continued. "Debby, I still need one more favour from you o!" She said, sounding quite helpless. "What is it?" I asked.
"That your Afang Soup, I need some for my guests." Favour requested. Then my calculation cap came on. I had to the additions.
"So, how many guest are you expecting?" I inquired. "Hmmm..Fifty or hundred guests." She replied.
"Okay, let's say, approximately...one hundred and twenty guests." I added.
"Okay, cool." Favour responded. "No problem, I will send you the bill." I said.
"Thank you so much! Please, let this Afang Soup be exactly like the one you cooked for Tope's wedding o!" Favour emphasised. I smiled.
"Favour, you no trust me again?" I asked, confidently and, we laughed. Then I began to make my preparations. It was few minutes to the graduation party and, I was almost done with the Afang soup. Favour called me while I was dishing it, into the food warmer.
"Favour, congratulations!" I said. "Thank you o, my friend. How far with the Afang soup nau? Shey you are bringing it?" She asked anxiously. "Of course, I will be at the venue, in ten minutes." I replied.
"Thank you." She said and ended the call. Thank goodness, there was no traffic, so i arrived at the party, quite on time! Favour was so delighted to see me as we embraced each other. Quickly, I began to serve the Afang soup with pounded yam. Everyone ate to thier satisfaction and were smacking their lips! "Madam, the food was really tasty. Thank you." All the guests kept saying to me, in fact my Afang soup landed me more contracts before the Party ended. After everyone had gone, I stayed with Favour, for a while just to catch up on some gossips. "Thank God everything went well." I said.
"My sister, thank God. I really appreciate all that you have done and yes, Debby, I have been longing to ask you; what makes your Afang soup soooo delicious and distinct? I have eaten Afang soup in other places but yours stands out, even the guests were talking about your Afang soup, what's the secret, Debby?" Favour sought to know. I smiled and looked at her.
"Well, what's a secret, if it is shared?" I teased. Then we laughed again. However, I was willing to share my secret with Favour, considering our friendship. "Okay, there is a spice I add to my Afang soup and it is known as Okpei." I said. Favour looked at me curiously. "Okpei?" She exclaimed.
"Yes, Okpei. It changes everything, once it goes into the soup." I replied. Then, Favour's face lit up.
"Hmmm.. now I know. I will definitely keep this secret!" She said as we both chuckled.
"You better do, otherwise..." I responded and, we laughed as we continued our jist. That evening, I returned home, feeling very contented that everyone enjoyed my Afang soup. As I laid on the bed, my husband turned to me.
"Madam, I hope you reserved my own Afang soup o?" He asked. Thankfully, I had reserved some, in the fridge. "
Don't worry darling, I have got you covered." I replied. Then, with a smile, my husband reached out for my hands and held them warmly.
"I trust you. The Afang Guru" He said and we both laughed.
Please, remember to click the three white stars in the blue box, for more piece by E PLUS the Storyteller. You can also visit E PLUS the Storyteller Blog @ ejiroemenikeuka.blogspot.com
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