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FG Set To Launch Campaign To End Child Marriage by zinachidi(m): 4:59pm On Nov 28, 2016 |
The Federal Government in Abuja on Monday announced plans to launch a campaign to end child marriage and other related harmful traditional practices in the country. The Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Sen. Aisha Alhassan said this during a media briefing. Alhassan said the move was borne out of the resolution by African leaders to end child marriage during the 25th African Union Ordinary Session of Heads of State in June 2015. She said the leaders also resolved to take practical steps in addressing the issues of child marriage and other harmful traditional practices. “One of first practical steps is a vigorous campaign to end child marriage which will be launched tomorrow Nov. 29 at the Sheraton Hotel. “Global communities and Nigeria in particular are increasingly recognising child marriage as a serious challenge, both as a violation of human rights and a hinderance to key developmental outcomes,’’ she said. Alhassan said African countries were faced with the challenges of child marriage which robbed girls or children of their education, health and future. She said according to UNICEF findings, 15 million children are married off every year globally with devastating consequences on their general wellbeing. “This is very disturbing as it is further revealed that 15 out of the 20 countries with the highest rates of child marriage in the world are in Africa. “Fifteen African countries have so far launched the campaign to end child marriage. “The countries are Ethiopia, Ghana, South Africa, Sierra Leone, Senegal, Niger, the Islamic Republic of Gambia, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Eritrea, Zambia, Chad, Burkina Faso , Mali and Madagascar,” Alhassan said. She said a National Technical Working Group set up to end child marriage in the country was inaugurated on July 23, 2015 by the ministry. Alhassan urged the media, development partners and other stakeholders to redouble their efforts in ensuring girl’s rights to freedom from child marriage and other forms of violence against children. She also urged all stakeholders in the campaign, to be more proactive and come up with concrete actions to end child marriage in the country. Lalasticlala http://guardian.ng/news/fg-set-to-launch-campaign-to-end-child-marriage/ |
Re: FG Set To Launch Campaign To End Child Marriage by ammyluv2002(f): 5:02pm On Nov 28, 2016 |
I pray they do |
Re: FG Set To Launch Campaign To End Child Marriage by Nixiepie(f): 5:08pm On Nov 28, 2016 |
Yea they should be fast about it |
Re: FG Set To Launch Campaign To End Child Marriage by rose54321: 5:10pm On Nov 28, 2016 |
Is this possible, our northern counterpart might be the problem, it will be hard changing their orientation. |
Re: FG Set To Launch Campaign To End Child Marriage by Nobody: 5:11pm On Nov 28, 2016 |
Good |
Re: FG Set To Launch Campaign To End Child Marriage by Nobody: 5:23pm On Nov 28, 2016 |
I did My NYSC in one of the northern states,and out of Observation I can firmly attest dat d 2 most important things dey worship is their god and women!..in My class dat I lectured (jss 1) Ull see a girl of 10yrs dat a bride price had already been paid on her head but still leaves wit de Parents waiting fr wen she'll be like 14 or so. They neva wanna see We male corpers near der ladies...though nt interested anyway..etc I think d prblm in d North is lack of Education and enlightenment and wit der backwardness dey hav been ruling dis Country dats y Nigeria ain't making progress. "Truth is Mine* |
Re: FG Set To Launch Campaign To End Child Marriage by greatiyk4u(m): 5:25pm On Nov 28, 2016 |
The road to change is truly narrow and rough but with a good driver like PMB we shall get there safe |
Re: FG Set To Launch Campaign To End Child Marriage by otukpo(f): 5:26pm On Nov 28, 2016 |
Will be good. All these abokis marrying nine and twelve years old should take note. |
Re: FG Set To Launch Campaign To End Child Marriage by otukpo(f): 5:26pm On Nov 28, 2016 |
Will be good. All these abokis marrying nine and twelve years old should take note. |
Re: FG Set To Launch Campaign To End Child Marriage by Nobody: 5:38pm On Nov 28, 2016 |
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Re: FG Set To Launch Campaign To End Child Marriage by MisterGrace: 5:45pm On Nov 28, 2016 |
Sen. Aisha Alhassan said this during a media briefing. Alhassan said the move was borne out of the resolution by African leaders to end child marriage during the 25th African Union Ordinary Session.I mean what if the other African countries never made such resolution? |
Re: FG Set To Launch Campaign To End Child Marriage by Urahara2: 5:48pm On Nov 28, 2016 |
otukpo: they are only emulating their prophet after all he............... |
Re: FG Set To Launch Campaign To End Child Marriage by timeminister: 6:09pm On Nov 28, 2016 |
A right step in a right direction. OSU practice should be considered too. The remaining 5% left are fast becoming OSU.. *heavenly truth* |
Re: FG Set To Launch Campaign To End Child Marriage by timeminister: 6:10pm On Nov 28, 2016 |
Rigolas:Truth is yours? really? like really? *heavenly truth* |
Re: FG Set To Launch Campaign To End Child Marriage by Nukualofa: 7:45pm On Nov 28, 2016 |
Buhari will never sign it into law because he is guilty of it |
Re: FG Set To Launch Campaign To End Child Marriage by Emekamex(m): 1:31am On Nov 29, 2016 |
Will our pedophilic legislooters allow this campaign to thrive. |
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