The Association of Lady Pharmacists of Nigeria, Plateau State chapter, has urged parents, communities and the government to protect girls’ rights and invest in their education and health.
The association made the call during an event to commemorate the 2026 International Day of the Girl Child at Rochas Foundation College in Jos, Plateau State.
Dorathy Biggs, chairperson of the occasion, decried the prevalence of child marriage, warning that the practice deprives girls of opportunities to realise their potential and contribute to society.
“The girl child is full of potential but child marriage cuts short her dreams,” Mrs Biggs said, urging
