Early Marriage Hinged on Weak Implemenatation of Child's Right Act

Author:
Channels TV
Publisher:
Channels TV
Publication Date:
29 October 2012
Tags:
Nigeria, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Legal and Judicial Affairs, Children and Youth, Education

Early marriage and teen pregnancy is not uncommon in this community. A situation brought about by  poverty and illiteracy, though now slowly changing, Channels TV reports.

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