By Funmi Adekoya
To end Sexual and Gender Based Violence, SGBV, as well as Child Early and Forced Marriage in Nigeria, government and other stakeholders must collaborate.
This was the observation of Experts on Sexual and Gender Based Violence, Child Early and Forced Marriage.
Sexual and Gender-Based Violence is any harmful act that is perpetrated against person’s will and that is based on socially ascribed differences between male and female, this include rape, domestic violence, sexual exploitation, trafficking in persons and harmful traditional practices.
According to data from the Nigerian National Population Commission, Gender Based Violence, as experienced by the Nigerian women throughout their lifetime from either their present husband, is reported as 19% for demonstrative or emotional violence, 14% for physical violence, and 5% for sexual abuse.
Ending Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) is a complex and multifaceted task that requires collective efforts from individuals, communities, governments, and organizations.
According to the Coordinator of a non-governmental Organisation, Care fronting Nigeria, Dr. Maji Peterx government at all levels should ensure implementation of policies against Sexual and Gender Based Violence.
He identified fostering international cooperation to combat cross-border Sexual and Gender Based Violence, human trafficking, and other forms of violence that impact vulnerable populations.
Dr. Peterx also called for regularly evaluating the effectiveness of SGBV prevention and response initiatives and make necessary adjustments based on feedback and data.
Also speaking, Program Manager, International Federation of Women Lawyers, FIDA Nigeria, Mr. Fikih Obaro highlighted some key steps to end Sexual and Gender Based Violence, and Child Early and Forced Marriage.
In his own contribution, Programme Coordinator, Child and Youth Protection Foundation, Mr. Olatosimi Kolawole advised Civil Society Organizations to collaborate with government in the implementation and monitoring of policies on sexual and Gender Based violence.
Mr. Kolawole also advocated responsible reporting of SGBV cases by the media, avoiding sensationalism and victim-blaming narratives as well as
using media platforms to raise awareness and promote positive messages about respect, consent, and equality.
Remember, ending SGBV is an ongoing process that requires each person’s actions, no matter how small, which can contribute to a safer and more equitable world.
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