From Banana Fibres to Sanitary Pads: Nigerian Men Lead Fight Against Period Poverty From Banana Fibres to Sanitary Pads: Nigerian Men Lead Fight Against Period Poverty
Across Nigeria, men are breaking menstrual taboos and leading efforts to end period poverty — from teaching girls about menstrual health to producing reusable sanitary pads made from banana fibre. Their bold innovations are turning waste into dignity and changing the conversation around menstruation.