The Safety For Every Girl's Period Summit, which unites leading female storytellers, filmmakers, and advocates, is dedicated to promoting safety for girls and women within Nigeria.
Initiated in 2024, this event has matured into Nigeria's primary platform advocating for female welfare, particularly emphasizing the safety of girls and women.
On March 13, 2025, in a partnership with MTN Nigeria, the Safety For Every Girl (SFEG) Foundation hosted the 2026 Period Summit at the Radisson Blu in Victoria Island.
The event was expertly hosted by the prominent broadcast journalist Ify Igwe, kicking off an inspiring day with the national anthem, performed beautifully by ten-year-old saxophonist Pink Sax Girl.
In her opening remarks, SFEG Board Member Opeoluwa Owoka reiterated the foundation’s objective to break down the 'Architecture of Silence.' Meanwhile, Njide Ken-Odogwu from MTN Nigeria underscored the company's firm commitment to empowering the youth, particularly young girls and women in Nigeria.
Under the banner of #HerSafetyHerPower, the summit transcended mere discussions, evolving into a vibrant celebration of resilience and a unified call for systemic safety.
"Safety is not a privilege; it is a fundamental right that every girl is entitled to," expressed Chioma Nwigwe, the founder of SFEG. "This summit focuses on transforming narratives into protective frameworks for young girls."
A highlight of the day was an engaging panel discussion featuring personalities such as Beauty Tukura, Elizabeth Osho, Yeside Olayinka-Agbola (Olori Coitus), Ejiroghene Udu, and Dr. Glory Edozien. They tackled the often- unrecognized 'hidden adjustments' and 'safety tax' women face, revealing how their everyday choices around work and mobility are influenced by a need for security, ultimately limiting their growth and full economic participation.
"The most significant silence is the quiet adjustments women make daily just to feel safe," shared Ejiroghene Udu. "This hinders how freely women can live, work, and develop."
The summit's emotional center was the #HerSafetyHerPower National Storytelling Challenge. Directed by Dr. Onyinye Oti of SFEG, the presentation provided stark data from numerous submissions titled “The Day I Felt Unsafe as a Nigerian Female.”
The challenge's winners, awarded over ₦1.5 million in prizes, exemplified courage:
\- 1st Place N750,000 (Judges’ Choice): Dickay Chinonso Mercy.
\- 2nd Place N450,000 (Written Submission): Isidinma Nnamdi.
\- 3rd Place N150,000 (People’s Choice): Dorcas Rotimi.
Another memorable moment was a fireside chat between Chioma Nwigwe and renowned actress Ruth Kadiri, who commented, "Film shapes people's perceptions even when they are unaware. Stories foster awareness, which creates pressure, and this pressure prompts change. Storytelling gives voice to experiences that are often difficult to articulate regarding safety."
The momentum continued with a panel consisting of Transformation Strategist & Executive Leadership Coach, Laila St.Matthew-Daniel; Founder & CEO of A&R; Kids Company Ltd, Chimezu Arogundade; and Anti-Bullying Advocate Alexandra Asogwa (Alex Unusual). St.Matthew-Daniel emphasized, "We need to shift from advising women on how to stay safe to holding systems accountable." This discussion addressed necessary changes across households, schools, and society to establish enduring safety for girls and women in Nigeria.
The event's youngest voice, Simisola Gbadamosi, Nigeria’s youngest Emmy nominee and star of Disney’s Iwájú, reminded attendees of the impact that young voices have in shaping future dialogues. "Creating more dedicated spaces for girls is crucial—a safe space where questions can be asked without judgment since everyone shares common experiences," she remarked, while also highlighting differing types of safety, both physical and mental.
The energy peaked during the Interschool Debate where students from Supreme Child Schools and Bright Achievers School debated whether primary responsibility for educating girls on personal safety lay with schools or families. Judged by Chude Jideonwo, Mojoyinoluwa Adeshina, and Barr. Obianuju Okafor, the session showcased the readiness of the younger generation to advocate for themselves. Bright Achievers School secured victory, earning a N150,000 award presented by Glazia Magazine.
The day was enlivened by performances from the Aerobic Dance Group and Footprints of David Arts, transitioning the gathering from reflection to celebration. In closing, Chioma Nwigwe reminded everyone, "Safety is an ongoing conversation; it's a continuous movement."
As the summit concluded, it embraced the essence of a Lagos event—high-level networking, exclusive interviews at The Safety Corner, and a mini-Afrobeats after-party led by DJ Snap.
Engage with the movement by following @SafetyForEveryGirl on Instagram and LinkedIn, and keep the conversation alive with the hashtags #HerSafetyHerPower and #PeriodSummit.
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