NAWOJ and Peace Oladiran Foundation Advocate for Girls' Rights

The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Ogun State chapter, and the Peace Oladiran Foundation have called for renewed efforts to end child marriage and invest in the rights and education of every girl-child. This call was made in observance of the International Day of the Girl Child, themed ‘End Child Marriage and Invest in Girls’ Rights’.

Morenikeji Sobaloju, NAWOJ chairperson, stated that child marriage disrupts education and limits opportunities for girls. She urged collective action from government, parents, and civil society to enforce protective laws and expand educational access.

The Peace Oladiran Foundation, led by founder Peace Oladiran, emphasized the importance of community involvement in safeguarding girls' rights. During a program in Aba-Oko, Oyo State, Oladiran highlighted the necessity for parents to invest in their daughters' education and vocational skills, particularly in rural areas where early marriage is prevalent.