Lagos LCDA Boss Unveils Project to Empower Girl Child!
Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa
The Chairman of Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area (LCDA) in Lagos State, Mrs. Adetola Abubakar, has officially launched Project S.H.E., a community-based initiative designed to promote Safety, Hygiene, and Education for the girl child.
What We Know:
- The unveiling took place during a community outreach event on October 17, 2025.
- Project S.H.E. aims to tackle issues such as period poverty, abuse, and school dropouts among young girls.
- Beneficiaries received sanitary kits, mentorship support, and scholarships.
- The LCDA also pledged continued advocacy on girls’ rights and health education.
Quote:
“Empowering the girl child is not optional — it’s the foundation of a just and progressive society,” — Mrs. Adetola Abubakar
Why It Matters:
- Lagos has a high rate of school-age girls facing menstrual-related absenteeism and gender-based vulnerability.
- Localised projects like S.H.E. serve as models for grassroots inclusion in national gender equity goals.
- The initiative aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly goals 4 and 5.
Citations:
- Agboyi-Ketu LCDA Press Release – Oct. 2025
- Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation
- The Guardian Nigeria – “Agboyi-Ketu LCDA Launches Girl Empowerment Project”
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