Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim to Launch Child Marriage Strategy in Kano

On October 13, 2026, Honourable Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, will lead a Federal Government delegation to Kano State to commemorate the International Day of the Girl Child. The event, which aligns with the global observance on October 11, will feature the official launch of the National Strategy and Costed Action Plan for Ending Child Marriage.

This initiative aims to provide a clear operational and budgetary roadmap for interventions by federal, state, and development partners. The Federal Government will also distribute empowerment and educational support packages to vulnerable girls and families.

The theme for this year’s commemoration is “End Child Marriage and Invest in Girls’ Rights.” Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim emphasized the importance of engaging men and boys as allies in protecting girls and promoting education. She noted the positive cultural shifts occurring in Nigeria, driven by supportive families and community leadership, that are contributing to increased school retention and female literacy.