Emmanuel Osemota Foundation Hosts Edo Girls Summit

The Edo 1,000 Girls Summit, organized by the Emmanuel Osemota Foundation, is set for October 16 at the Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub in Benin City. The summit will focus on human trafficking prevention, menstrual health access, digital skills, and school-to-career opportunities, addressing critical issues concerning girls' safety and educational attainment in Nigeria.

Edesili Anani Okpebholo, the Edo State First Lady, will deliver the keynote address, emphasizing the protection of girls' rights and encouraging female leadership. The event aims to gather 1,000 secondary school girls for mentorship, practical learning, and health information.

Emmanuel Osemota, the foundation's founder, stated that awareness of human trafficking will be a central theme, providing participants with tools to recognize deceptive recruitment tactics. The summit will also cover menstrual health, leadership development, and digital literacy, with planned laptop and scholarship awards to support educational advancement.

Lady Vivian Elabor, Director-General of the Edo State Tourism Agency, will discuss leadership and economic opportunities for young women.