Kogi Agency and Stakeholders Champion Girl-Child Education and Empowerment

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Kogi Agency and Stakeholders Champion Girl-Child Education and Empowerment

Kogi State Launches Initiative to Empower Adolescent Girls

The Kogi State Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) has taken significant steps towards promoting the education and empowerment of girls in the state. This initiative, supported by the State Ministry of Women Affairs, civil society organisations, and other key stakeholders, aims to create a supportive environment where girls can thrive and reach their full potential.

This collaborative effort was highlighted during a special event held on Saturday in Lokoja, marking the 2025 International Day of the Girl Child. The event featured a road walk and panel discussion, bringing together various groups to celebrate the rights and contributions of girls in Kogi State.

A Call for Recognition and Action

Project Coordinator, Alhaji Ahmed the Oricha, spoke about the importance of recognising the rights, voices, and limitless potential of girls across the state. He emphasized that education is a powerful tool that enables girls to “respond, rebuild, and lead change.” According to Oricha, girls are not just passive beneficiaries of support but active drivers of transformation.

“Girls are the change themselves — they hold the power, ideas, and courage to shape a brighter future,” he said. Oricha encouraged girls to believe in themselves, stand tall, and speak out, stressing that their voices and dreams are valid and essential.

He also outlined the AGILE Project’s commitment to working with partners to provide access to safe schools, improve learning environments, and support digital and life skills training for girls in Kogi. This ongoing effort reflects a broader vision of creating opportunities for girls to excel academically and personally.

Encouraging Support from Communities

Oricha expressed gratitude to parents, teachers, and community leaders for their continued support and urged them to keep empowering girls to achieve their full potential. He acknowledged the vital role that families and educators play in shaping the future of young girls.

Chief Yakubu Godwins, Principal of GYB Model Science Secondary School, echoed this sentiment by highlighting the role of schools in promoting girl-child empowerment. He noted that deliberate programmes have been implemented to help girls excel both academically and personally. Godwins further called for collaboration with traditional and community leaders to challenge cultural norms that limit girls’ growth and participation in education.

Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration

Representatives from the State Ministry of Women Affairs, Jamatul Nasril Islam (JNI), the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), and the media also pledged ongoing support for AGILE’s initiatives. They commended the project’s consistent advocacy for gender equality and its efforts to promote the rights and well-being of girls.

Chief Khalid Bukar, Ohiogba of Mozum and Provost of the Kogi State Traditional Council of Chiefs, praised AGILE’s efforts in promoting education and leadership among girls. He advised students to remain disciplined and focused, reminding them that obedience to parents and teachers remains key to success.

Celebrating Girlhood Through Action

The celebration featured a vibrant road walk through major streets of Lokoja, with participants carrying placards bearing messages such as “Leadership Has No Gender,” “Girls’ Rights Are Human Rights,” and “No Girl Should Be Left Behind.” These messages underscored the collective commitment to ensuring that every girl has the opportunity to grow, learn, and lead.

Through these events and partnerships, the AGILE Project continues to make strides in advocating for the empowerment of adolescent girls in Kogi State. By fostering an environment that values education, leadership, and gender equality, the project is helping to shape a future where every girl can contribute meaningfully to her community and beyond.

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