‘Empowering young girls key to Nigeria’s developmental growth’

Astute advocate for women and young girls’ empowerment, Chidimma Ekume has said that empowering young girls in Nigeria is key to the developmental growth of the nation.

Ekume, who is the brains behind the Knowledge For Every Girl (K.E.G) initiative made this known at the launch of the prominent campaign of her foundation, in Lagos, saying, “The efforts to empower young girls, will make a significant impact as well as contribute to developmental in Nigeria.

She stressed that the foundation is at the forefront of addressing vital issues such as female advocacy, gender-based violence, and female education.

Speaking on campaign, Ekume noted that the theme of KEG is “Now that I Have My Period, What Must I Know?”, just as she hinted that the initiative is a core programme of the foundation.

According to Ekume, the school-based campaign is designed to educate and empower young girls on various critical issues, while the current theme focuses on menstrual/hormonal health and hygiene, the initiative is versatile, addressing a wide range of topics relevant to female advocacy.

Ekume also noted that the K.E.G initiative has successfully reached over 2,000 girls across more than five schools in Eti-Osa, Lagos.

“The programme provides practical education on menstrual/hormonal health, teaching girls about the stages of the menstrual cycle, how to manage physical and mental changes, and addressing period poverty by distributing sanitary materials such as pads and wipes.

“K.E.G is more than just a program; it’s a movement to empower young girls with the knowledge they need to
navigate adolescence with confidence and dignity.

“Our goal is to continue evolving the initiative to cover broader topics like gender equality and mental health, always with a focus on giving girls the tools they need to thrive.

“The Go-Girl Foundation’s work is challenging societal norms and creating safe spaces for open conversations
about female health. Chidimma’s vision extends beyond the immediate success of K.E.G; she aims to expand
the foundation’s reach, tackling issues such as gender-based violence and promoting female education across
Nigeria.

“The foundation’s impact is being carefully measured through surveys, feedback, and strategic partnerships with NGOs, health organizations, and corporate sponsors. These collaborations are crucial to ensuring the sustainability and growth of the initiative, allowing it to continue making a positive difference in the lives of young girls.

“I am not just changing individual lives; I am committed to shifting societal mindsets and paving the way for a generation of empowered young women,” she added.

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