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Teenager Joy Ogah made history by becoming Nigeria’s Vice President for one day, stepping into Vice President Kashim Shettima’s shoes as part of a mentorship initiative led by PLAN International. The event aimed to promote girl-child education and gender equality in Nigeria, aligning with the Tinubu administration’s commitment to advancing these goals.
During her one-day tenure, Joy Ogah delivered a passionate message, calling for collective action to advance the rights and education of girls in Nigeria. She emphasized that investing in safe and inclusive education for every child is crucial, stating, “When girls are protected, peace becomes possible.” Ogah also highlighted the alarming statistics that 10.5 million Nigerian children are out of school, with over 60% being girls. 
The teenager urged government agencies, development partners, and citizens to work strategically to tackle the barriers to education. She advocated for the provision of free sanitary products, improved access to water and sanitation, and nutrition support in schools, noting that these are critical to keeping girls enrolled and focused. “Every girl deserves a classroom, a choice, dignity, and not silence,” she declared.
Vice President Shettima, who initiated the symbolic gesture, reaffirmed the Tinubu administration’s commitment to girl-child education and gender equality. He emphasized that the government is dedicated to ensuring every Nigerian girl has access to quality education and equal opportunities. “In President Bola Tinubu, you have an ally you can believe in and invest your trust in,” he said, stressing that the administration’s interventions, including the school feeding program, remain vital to keeping children, especially girls, in school.
The event showcased the government’s dedication to promoting girl-child education and gender equality, with PLAN International’s efforts aimed at supporting over 11 million Nigerian children through education, entrepreneurship, and youth development programs. Joy Ogah’s one-day stint as Vice President served as a reminder that the struggles of Nigerian girls must remain a priority in policies, classrooms, and budgets.
Source -TVC
