The federal government has introduced its first national policy on menstrual health and hygiene management, aimed at improving the health, dignity, and opportunities of women and girls in the country. This policy was funded by WaterAid Nigeria, with support from Population Services
According to the United Nations, the high percentage of female school dropouts in Sub-Saharan Africa results in an annual economic loss of approximately $210 billion. The report, titled “Progress on the Sustainable Development Goals – The Gender Snapshot 2024,” emphasises the severe economic consequences of gender disparity in education across the area,