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CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1   Background to the Study The girl child education has become a major issue in most developing countries especially in Nigeria in which Lagos State belongs. In Nigerian culture, there is the belief that women are second class citizens. Women are traditionally believed to be weaker sex and therefore need the support and protection of men. Many parents have the attitude that educating girls is a waste ...

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Education is an important foundation to improve the status of women and has been recognized as a potent and dynamic instrument for national development and social transformation. In every civilized society and especially in the African context, children are regarded as the pride of parents and the greatest value the society possesses. This is why children are mostly cherished and consciously protected from ...