Category: Gender based violence
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UN WOMEN AND SOKOTO GOVT URGE LEADERS TO SPEARHEAD FIGHT AGAINST GBV
The United Nations (UN) Women and Sokoto State Government called on community and religious leaders to take center stage in the fight against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and harmful cultural practices. Ms. A’isha Sani, UN Women Programme Officer, made the appeal during a three-day Community Guideline Development workshop in Bodinga local government area, emphasizing that leaders…
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PROF. NDIFON SENTENCED TO FIVE YEARS FOR SEXUAL HARASSMENT AT UNICAL
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday handed down a five-year jail sentence to Prof. Cyril Ndifon, the suspended Dean of Law at University of Calabar (UNICAL), with no option of fine. Justice James Omotosho ruled that the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) had proven beyond reasonable doubt Ndifon’s guilt…
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GBV SPIKE IN ANAMBRA: LACK OF DATA AND SHELTERS FUEL CRISIS — GPSDC
The Gender Perspective and Social Development Centre (GPSDC) highlights the alarming rise in Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Anambra, blaming insufficient data and inadequate shelters for survivors as major factors driving the crisis. Executive Director Mrs. Eucharia Anekwe emphasized this during a training launch in Awka focused on empowering Christian women and cultural leaders against GBV.…
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FIDA URGES RELIGIOUS LEADERS TO END MISUSE OF RELIGION FOR GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria has called on religious leaders to stop distorting sacred texts to justify gender-based violence (GBV) against women. At the second annual dialogue on GBV prevention held in Lagos, FIDA’s Country Vice President Mrs. Eliana Martins highlighted how misinterpretations reinforce patriarchy and normalize violence within homes. Supported by…
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FIDA URGES UNIFIED ACTION AGAINST EARLY MARRIAGE AND GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN NIGERIA
Mrs. Nnenna Eze, Chairperson of FIDA Ikeja branch, has called on governments, families, and religious institutions to unite in combating early marriage, a major driver of gender-based violence (GBV). Speaking during FIDA’s 2025 Annual Dialogue with religious leaders, themed “Strengthening Religious Institutions in Preventing GBV,” she stressed that early marriage steals girls’ freedom, education, and…
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CHURCH LEADERS URGED TO FIGHT GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE AND PROMOTE PEACE
The Bishop of Kaduna Diocese, Most Rev. Timothy Yahaya, has called on all religious leaders to take a strong stand against gender-based violence (GBV) and keep the Church relevant in society. Speaking during the inauguration of the Diocese’s GBV Committee, he emphasized that turning a blind eye to abuse harms individuals, families, and the community.…
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KADUNA LAWMAKERS BECOME SGBV AMBASSADORS, VOW TO FIGHT ABUSE AND DEFEND HUMAN RIGHTS
Members of the Kaduna State House of Assembly have been honored as Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) ambassadors during a key parliamentary engagement focused on human rights and civic freedoms. The event, themed “Addressing Declining Civic Space and Restrictive Laws,” aimed to strengthen lawmakers’ commitment to enhancing laws and justice for abuse survivors. Organized by…
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LAGOS TRAINS 10,000 SAFEGUARDING OFFICERS TO PROTECT CHILDREN IN SCHOOLS AND INSTITUTIONS
The Lagos State Government, through its Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA), has trained over 10,000 safeguarding officers across schools and institutions to strengthen child protection and ensure the safety of every child. Speaking at the Lagos State Safeguarding and Child Protection Programme (SCPP) policy review, Executive Secretary Mrs. Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi emphasized that the program…
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LAGOS STATE PUSHES BACK AGAINST GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE, CALLS FOR ZERO TOLERANCE IN WORKPLACES
The Lagos State Government has charged public workers to unite in fighting Gender-Based Violence (GBV) both in workplaces and society. Mrs. Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, Executive Secretary of Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA), emphasized the urgent need for strong action against all forms of GBV during the Sexual Harassment Prevention programme. Highlighting the serious…
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LAGOS DSVA PRAISES POLICE FOR ARRESTING SERIAL RAPIST TAXI DRIVER, CALLS FOR MORE VICTIMS TO COME FORWARD
The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has applauded the Lagos State Police Command for apprehending a taxi driver accused of multiple rapes, defilement, assault, and armed robbery targeting female passengers. The agency praised the police’s professionalism and dedication in a statement on its official social media handle. DSVA is working closely with…
