Ogun NAWOJ demands end to child marriage, seeks enforcement of protection laws

The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists, NAWOJ, Ogun State chapter, has known as for an end to child marriage and higher funding in ladies’ rights because the world marks the 2026 International Day of the Girl Child.

In an announcement on Sunday, signed by its Chairperson, Morenikeji Sobaloju, NAWOJ mentioned the yr’s theme, ‘Ending Child Marriage and Investing in Girls’ Rights’, is a name to shield each lady’s proper to training, security and knowledgeable selections.

The affiliation mentioned child marriage robs ladies of their childhood, disrupts their training, threatens their well being and limits their contribution to society.

Sobaloju harped on the necessity to recognise that each lady deserves the chance to be taught, develop, make knowledgeable selections and fulfil her potential with out worry, discrimination or dangerous cultural practices.

NAWOJ urged authorities, dad and mom, conventional and spiritual leaders and civil society to act collectively to end the follow.

It additionally known as on related authorities to strengthen enforcement of child protection laws, develop entry to high quality training and create extra alternatives for ladies to thrive.

“As ladies journalists, we reaffirm our dedication to utilizing the ability of the media to amplify ladies’ voices, expose dangerous practices and maintain stakeholders accountable.

“Every girl deserves a future filled with hope, dignity, opportunity, and freedom from child marriage. When we invest in girls, we invest in stronger families, healthier communities, and a better society,” Sobaloju mentioned.

The International Day of the Girl Child is marked globally on October 11 to spotlight challenges going through ladies and promote gender equality.