IGP Disu Calls For Enforcement Of Laws Against Child Marriage

The inspector-general of police, IGP Olatunji Disu has called for stronger child protection policies, strict enforcement of laws against child marriage and improved access to education and healthcare for vulnerable girls, warning against the use of poverty, social pressure and cultural practices to deny children their fundamental rights.

Disu, who spoke through a message delivered at an event commemorating the girl child in Abuja on Monday, said society must not allow cultural practices to become excuses for denying girls the opportunity to learn, grow and realise their potential.

Represented by the deputy inspector-general of police (DIG) in charge of the Department of Logistics ...