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.



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http://guardian.ng/news/fg-set-to-launch-campaign-to-end-child-marriage/

I pray they do

Yea they should be fast about it

Is this possible, our northern counterpart might be the problem, it will be hard changing their orientation.

Good

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*

The road to change is truly narrow and rough but with a good driver like PMB we shall get there safe

Will be good.
All these abokis marrying nine and twelve years old should take note.

Will be good.
All these abokis marrying nine and twelve years old should take note.

Meanwhile .. See my signature

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?

otukpo:
Will be good.
All these abokis marrying nine and twelve years old should take note.

they are only emulating their prophet after all he...............

A right step in a right direction. OSU practice should be considered too. The remaining 5% left are fast becoming OSU..

*heavenly truth*

Rigolas:
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*

Truth is yours? really? like really?

*heavenly truth*

Buhari will never sign it into law because he is guilty of it

Will our pedophilic legislooters allow this campaign to thrive.