The RAFIMAH Youth Child Development and Social Impact Foundation has called on government, parents and other stakeholders to intensify efforts towards protecting the rights of the girl child and providing opportunities for her development.
The Founder of the Foundation, Ambassador Honourable Maimuna Raji Egigogo, made the call in a message to mark the 2026 International Day of the Girl Child, observed annually on October eleventh.
Ambassador Egigogo stressed the need for increased investment in girls’ education, healthcare, safety and leadership development to enable them to realise their full potential and contribute meaningfully to national development.
She noted that every girl deserves access to quality education, a safe environment and equal opportunities to succeed, irrespective of her social or economic background.
The RAFIMAH Foundation Founder also urged parents and community leaders to protect girls against sexual abuse,
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