Breaking the Silence: How Nigerian Communities Are Fighting GBV

Community members participate in a three-day gender-based violence training organized by ActionAid and CITAD in Abuja.

By Julian Osamoto Gender-based violence (GBV) remains a pervasive crisis in Nigeria, often hidden behind closed doors and perpetuated by harmful sociocultural norms, compounded by weak enforcement of existing laws. This was the conclusion reached by stakeholders at a three days gender based violence training, organised by Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), with […]

How Millions of Nigerian Women Face Violence Amid Weak GBV Response

Women’s rights advocates discuss the 2025 Womanity Index report at Abuja launch, highlighting GBV challenges and gaps in government response.

By Juliet Onwurah Millions of Nigerian women remain trapped in their homes, facing violence with little hope of justice, as the latest Womanity Index reveals stark gaps in the country’s response to gender-based violence (GBV). Launched in Abuja during the 16 Days of Activism, the 2025 Womanity Index paints a grim picture: underfunded programs, weak […]

SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria Sounds Alarm on Rising Abductions

Girls attending a child safety awareness program by SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria.

By Julian Osamoto As Nigeria observes the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence 2025, SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria has raised urgent concerns over the escalating insecurity and targeted abductions of girls and vulnerable children. The organisation warns that streets, schools, and even digital spaces are no longer safe. Physical attacks, abductions, and online exploitation […]

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