On International Day Of The Girl Child 2024, 13th President of the Nigerian Senate, Bukola Saraki, wrote: “Every October 11th, we pause to celebrate our girls. But for me, this day is not just about acknowledging their potential—it’s a challenge for each of us to dismantle the hurdles and outdated norms that still confront girls, norms that should have been left in the past.
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“Today is more than a celebration; it’s a call to action. I’ve always believed that when a girl thrives, her community thrives with her. It’s not about ‘empowering’ them—it’s about recognizing their inherent strength and ensuring they take their rightful place in leadership and society.
So, to the girls across the nation: don’t let anyone define your limits or circumscribe your dreams. And to the rest of us, let’s stop just talking about change—let’s be the ones who make it happen. Let’s ensure that by 2030, no girl has to fight for her right to learn, to lead, or to live safely.
Happy International #DayOfTheGirl!
#IDG2024 “
