Nigeria, Sept. 24 -- In August, Nigeria's gender landscape was marked by significant strides in policy reform and women's empowerment, but also by disturbing cases of sexual and domestic violence.

The federal government's validation of the first-ever menstrual health policy and the launch of a women-focused agricultural programme signalled progress in women's rights. But with nearly 9,000 cases of domestic and sexual violence recorded in Lagos State alone, the month also highlighted the persisting challenges faced by women and girls.

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Here are some of the most important gender-related stories from August.

Silent Struggles: Nigerian women turn to contraceptives to ease menstrual distress Many Nigerian women have turned to ...