Genital mutilation finally banned in Nigeria, women’s rights advocates and supporters rejoice

With the recent ban of female genital mutilation in Nigeria, Stella Mukasa, regional director of ICRW’s Africa Regional Office, explains what is needed next in order to eliminate this harmful practice.

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