Police Officers’ Wives in Kogi State say there is a need for all stakeholders to accelerate actions to stop all forms of victimization against women, especially the girl child.
The police officers wives who said this during a roadshow to commemorate this year’s International Women’s Day, with the theme: “Accelerate Action” renewed their commitment to gender equality, the education of the girl child, and the need to sustain peace in Kogi State.
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The wife of Kogi State Commissioner of Police, Bessie Dantawaye, who delivered a message from the wife of the Inspector General of Police at the occasion, condemned the spate of early marriages in Kogi State and the renewed calls for a stop to the practice.
Medical professionals sensitized the gathering on critical health issues ranging from personal hygiene, antenatal care to family planning and menopause.
(Editor: Ebuwa Omo-Osagie)
