A financial economist, Professor Ndubuisi Ifeanyi Nwokoma, made this assertion yesterday during a presentation of the Economic Development in Africa Report (EDAR) 2018 at a press conference with the theme: Migration For Structural Transformation at UNIC office in Lagos. Director of UNIC, Mr. R. Kayanja, pointed out that the report was produced yearly and highlights the objectives, impacts, constraints and messages of the importance and risks of migration, especially on female migrants. “Female migration is dicey, as women are exposed to gender discrimination and sexual harassment, among others. The risks involved in female migration requires specific policy framework that should bring about safety,” he said. “UNODC implements policies that work better on protection, considering human trafficking.

Source: The Guardian June 01, 2018 04:41 UTC