EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a case causing widespread concern, the Bayelsa government is investigating a traditional rite in Akeddei community where a 4-year-old girl was “married” to a 54-year-old man. While the girl’s parents and community leaders claim it was a life-saving “Koripamo” ritual, critics view it as child marriage and potential abuse. EDITOR’S … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the marriage union between a four-year-old and a 54-year-old man in the Akeddei community in the Sagbama local government of Bayelsa State has drawn criticism from several child rights advocacy groups. The groups, including the Do Foundation, noted that child marriage is against the Nigerian Constitution and the Child Rights … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has reiterated its determination to eradicate youth restiveness, child marriage and other practices negatively affecting youth development in the state. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Youth and Social Development, Pharm. (Mrs.) Toyin Oke-Osanyintolu, made this known at the inauguration of the Technical Working Group (TWG) for … Read more
9 Years Old Boy Ties Knot With 40 Years Old Lady Ekohotblog, October 11, 2020.. A 40-year-old south African lady, Thoko Mabaso has surprised villagers after she wedded a 9-year-old boy. The lady said she married the 9-year-old because he would not demand for sexual satisfaction as he is still young. Some members of the … Read more