Int’l Women’s Day: Envoy Urges FG To Prioritise Rights Of Women, Girl Child - Liberty TV/Radio - News - Voice For All! Vision For Alll!
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March 15, 2019
TheAmbassador of the European Union to Nigeria Ketil Karlsen has urged the FederalGovernment of Nigeria and civil societies to focus on and prioritise the rightsof women and girls.
Karlsenmade the call during an interview in Abuja before the famed Nigerian stage play“Hear Word! Naija Women Talk True” organised by the Delegation of the EuropeanUnion to Nigeria.
He saidthe just concluded election illustrates the marginalisation of women in theNigerian society as well as statistics showing out of school girls and sexuallyassaulted women.
The Envoy emphasized on the importance of promoting and showcasing rights for women and girls every day of the year through different initiatives. The live performance was organized as part of events to mark the International Women’s Day 2019.