Tag: #CivilSociety
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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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PRESIDENT TINUBU MOURNS PASSING OF LABOUR ICON COMRADE ABIODUN AREMU
President Bola Tinubu has extended heartfelt condolences to Nigeria’s labour movement and civil society on the death of veteran unionist and rights activist Comrade Abiodun Aremu. The revered advocate, known for decades of championing workers’ rights and social justice, passed away tragically on Sunday in Ota, Ogun State, after a road accident. Through his spokesperson,…
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LAGOS URGES MULTI-SECTORAL PARTNERSHIP TO TACKLE SEXUAL AND GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE
Government and NGOs must unite to support survivors and prevent abuse across communities. Mrs. Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi of Lagos DSVA called for stronger collaboration with CSOs and NGOs as first responders in combating sexual, gender-based, and domestic violence. Emphasizing survivor support and justice, the symposium highlighted the need for shared responsibility, innovation, and best practices to…
