Wife of the Abia State Governor, Priscilla Otti, has decried the rising spate of prostitution and forced marriage in the state, saying parents directly or indirectly induced their children to engage in the acts. She said, “There are cases where parents directly or indirectly induce their children to engage in prostitution or forced early marriage. “On several occasions, we have successfully rescued girls from the clutches of these baby factories and child trafficking syndicates. In her address, the commissioner for women affairs, Dr Maureen Aghukwa call on parents to empower the girl-child, saying “when you train the girl child, you have empowered a nation. The event featured drama, dance, quiz competition, fashion parades, gift and empowerment to the girls who attended the event.

Source: Punch October 13, 2024 05:23 UTC