Proven Ways the Minister of Women’s Affairs Nigeria Drives Change

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Proven Ways the Minister of Women's Affairs Nigeria Drives Change
Proven Ways the Minister of Women's Affairs Nigeria Drives Change

The Honourable Minister of Women Affairs Nigeria, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has urged the world to act fast to save African children. Speaking in London at the launch of the Community Children’s Fund, she said that efforts must be made to protect the rights and futures of vulnerable children. The speech by the Minister has highlighted the various challenges many African children face, such as poverty, violence, and lack of education.

Women Affairs Minister Highlights Challenges

The Honourable minister said the children, though constituting 42 percent of Nigeria’s population, faced an unfriendly world. The Minister of Women Affairs Nigeria added that out of school, over 10.5 million Nigerian children are girls, and 60 percent of them are girls. She further said three million people were displaced in North-East Nigeria, 59 percent of whom the victims are children who suffer violence and exploitation.

Another major issue she responded to was child marriage. Over four out of ten girls from Nigeria marry before their 18th birthday. This keeps girls in cycles of poverty and denies them the chance for a better future.

Women Affairs Minister Shares a Vision for Change

The Minister of women affairs Nigeria said that protecting children is a duty that requires global action. She described her role as both a job and a moral obligation. “Protecting our children is more than a policy directive; it is a moral duty,” she said. She called on governments, NGOs, and communities to create lasting solutions.

She emphasized the importance of tackling systemic problems like child labor, malnutrition, and lack of education. She also mentioned the struggles of street-connected children, including child hawkers in Southern Nigeria and the Almajiri in the North. These children, she said, are often ignored by society.

Women Affairs Minister Urges Bold Action

The Minister believes that African children have great potential. However, she explained that this potential can only be unlocked if we take bold action. She called for better education systems, stronger policies against harmful practices like child marriage, and support for families struggling with poverty.

The Minister also stressed the need to support displaced children and provide them with safety and education. She urged all stakeholders to commit to the disciplined implementation of their promises. “Collective action is not optional but imperative,” she said.

Why Journalists and Policymakers Should Act

Journalists have the power to bring these issues to light. By writing stories about the struggles of African children, they can raise awareness and push for change. Policymakers, on the other hand, can create laws to protect children and fund programs that support education and health.

Both groups play a crucial role in ensuring that the future of African children is brighter. The Minister’s message is clear: action must happen now.

Conclusion

African children face many challenges, but the future will be bright if we work together. Journalists and policymakers must take the lead in raising awareness and creating change. The Women Affairs Minister’s call to action reminds us that safeguarding children’s rights is a responsibility we all share.

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