First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has called for an end to child marriage in Nigeria, emphasizing that no girl should be denied education, safety, health, or the right to determine her own future. In a message marking the 2026 International Day of the Girl Child, Tinubu said the country must move beyond rhetoric and take decisive action against the practice. The 2026 commemoration is themed 'End Child Marriage and Invest in Girls' Rights,' highlighting child marriage as a major barrier to girls' education, health, safety, and leadership. Tinubu stressed that girls everywhere deserve to grow up free from discrimination, violence, and harmful traditional practices.
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