FG, stakeholders collaborate to enhance menstrual hygiene

The Federal Ministry of Women Affairs on Thursday collaborated with stakeholders to enhance menstrual hygiene among women and girls.
During the National Dialogue on Menstrual Health and Hygiene Management (MHHM) in Nigeria, they made commitments with the theme ‘Accelerating Efforts for Eradicating Menstrual Poverty’ in Abuja.
Francis Adebisi, the director overseeing the permanent secretary’s office, said the dialogue would enable the ministry to reflect on the challenges and experiences women and girls go through during the monthly circle.
Mr Adebisi said the dialogue also raised awareness of putting more effort into tackling MHHM.
He said, “This gathering is therefore aimed at raising awareness on what can be done and to redouble our efforts as individuals, policymakers, MDAs and other stakeholders toward addressing menstrual hygiene.”
Elizabeth Jeiyol, the co-chair of the dialogue, said the discussion would contribute to developing a roadmap that would guide the course of action.
She stated, “Each perspective shared, every idea presented and every commitment made will contribute to the roadmap that will guide our collective efforts.”
Helen Idiong, representative of Plan International, an NGO, stressed the need to eliminate the stigma surrounding menstruation, which she said is vital for the well-being of women.
She explained that “issues around taboo and not speaking about menstruation is one of those things that are key toward the fight to allow girls to have their rights and dignity.”
Other committed partners, including WaterAid, UNESCO, UNFPA, and Population Services Nigeria, also made commitments to tackle the challenges women and girls face during the monthly period.
(NAN)
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette

Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”

Lagos
Police promise watertight security in Lagos during Christmas, New Year
“Residents of Lagos should go about their normal business. They should enjoy their Christmas and New Year,” said the police commissioner.

Sport
FIFA places 30 Nigerian referees on 2024 international lists
FIFA has approved 30 Nigerian referees to be placed on the international duty lists for 2024.

Abuja
FCT water board says N3.1 billion revenue generated in 11 months
The Federal Capital Territory Water Board says it generated revenue totalling N3.1 billion from January to November 2023.

Politics
Tinubu mourns former Anambra governor Ezeife
While praying for the repose of the soul of the dearly departed, the president encouraged his loved ones to take solace in his indelible legacy.

Health
Political will needed to achieve universal health coverage: Official
Nigeria needs political will to achieve universal health coverage, says the medical director of Abuja FMC.

Politics
Supreme Court upholds Nigeria’s treasonable felony charge against IPOB separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has upheld the treasonable charge against Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).