AMAC Celebrates Girl Child Day, Advocates Against Child Marriage

The Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) marked Girl Child Day with an event organized by Loveth Izekor, the Special Adviser on Women Affairs to the AMAC Chairman. The event took place on a Friday and was themed “End Child Marriage and Invest in Girls’ Rights.” It aimed to promote leadership, civic participation, and decision-making among girls.

A significant feature of the event was a mock parliamentary session where girls simulated legislative proceedings, including debates and deliberations. Izekor addressed the gathering, highlighting child marriage as a critical issue affecting girls' education, health, personal development, and future opportunities.

She urged families, communities, government institutions, and the media to work together to protect girls' rights and ensure their safety. Stakeholders emphasized the need for ongoing advocacy, community engagement, and access to quality education to combat practices that limit girls' opportunities.

The organizers noted that empowering girls involves equipping them with knowledge, skills, and opportunities to make informed decisions about their futures.