City Boys Movement promotes menstrual hygiene at UNIZIK

Members of the City Boys Movement, a pro-re-election group for President Bola Tinubu, have conducted a menstrual hygiene awareness campaign and distributed sanitary pads to female students at Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) in Awka. The event, held on Friday, coincided with the 2026 World Menstrual Hygiene Day.

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We are delighted to be here with you today as we mark ‘Menstrual Hygiene Day’ and discuss issues that concern the health, dignity, confidence, and future of young women.

Adaora Soludo, the Anambra State Women Leader of the City Boys Movement and Founder of the Gloria Foundation, stated that the initiative aims to empower young women and promote menstrual health awareness. The goal is to eradicate period poverty and support girls' education by addressing challenges such as stigmatization and harmful practices faced by vulnerable students during their periods.

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Menstruation is a natural part of womanhood. It should never be seen as a thing of shame or embarrassment. Sadly, many young girls still struggle with poor access to sanitary materials, proper information, and adequate support.

"Menstruation is a natural part of womanhood. It should never be seen as a thing of shame or embarrassment," Soludo said. She highlighted that many young girls struggle with access to sanitary materials and adequate support, sometimes missing classes due to menstrual challenges. She encouraged students to prioritize personal hygiene, maintain cleanliness, change pads regularly, eat healthily, stay hydrated, and seek medical attention when needed, emphasizing that their health, dreams, and future matter.

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Some even miss classes and important activities because of menstrual challenges. This is why programmes like this are very important. We must continue to educate, encourage, and support our girls so they can live healthy, confident, and productive lives.

The City Boys Movement also used the occasion to encourage eligible students to actively participate in the democratic process through voter engagement, stressing the significant role young people play in shaping society's future. The group thanked the university's Vice Chancellor, management, lecturers, student leaders, and guests for their participation in the program.

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Menstrual hygiene is not only about using sanitary pads; it is also about cleanliness, self-care, confidence, and proper health education.