Benue State, Nigeria – In a unique celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child, the Benue State Government marked the occasion by appointing a teenager, Rita Shamiga, as the acting governor for one day.
The International Day of the Girl Child, an annual event observed every October 11th, aims to promote greater opportunities for girls and raise awareness of the pervasive gender inequalities faced by girls around the world.
In an official announcement made via the state government’s social media account, it was declared, “Meet Her Excellency, Hon. Rita Shamiga, one-day acting governor of @benuestategovt, on the occasion of International Day of the Girl Child.”
During her one-day tenure as the state’s acting governor, Rita Shamiga participated in various activities and fulfilled the role with enthusiasm and grace. Below are some images of Shamiga in her role as the state’s acting principal:
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The symbolic appointment of a young girl as acting governor serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of empowering girls and addressing gender disparities to create a more inclusive and equitable society.