Nigerian governors' wives pledge to combat gender violence and advocate for paid maternity leave.

The wives of Nigeria's governors have pledged to fight sexual and gender-based violence and advocate for a six-month paid maternity leave policy across all states. They also support the HPV vaccine to protect girls' health and endorsed the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization's Gavi Initiative. The commitments were made during a recent retreat in Abakaliki, attended by 23 First Ladies.

November 15, 2024
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