First Lady seeks more opportunities for girls forced out of school by pregnancy, poverty

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
First Lady of Nigeria Oluremi Tinubu, has called for greater opportunities for girls whose education has been disrupted by early pregnancy, poverty and other socio-economic challenges, declaring that their circumstances must not determine their future.
Mrs. Tinubu made the call on Friday while commissioning the renovated Alternative High School for Girls in Agboju, Amuwo-Odofin Local Government Area of Lagos State, where she reaffirmed her commitment to providing girls who dropped out of school with a second chance to complete their education and acquire skills for economic independence.
The school, established in 2007 during the tenure of Preside...