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Report: 21% of Nigerian Women Have Suffered Physical, Sexual Violence

From ThisDay · () English

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  • A report indicates that 21% of Nigerian women aged 15 to 49 have experienced physical or sexual violence.
  • A new media corps has been launched by NAPTIP, the EU, and International IDEA to combat silence and impunity surrounding gender-based violence.
  • The initiative aims to address the pervasive issue of violence against women in Nigeria.

One in every five Nigerian women between the ages of 15 and 49 has suffered physical or sexual violence, according to a recent report. This statistic highlights the pervasive nature of gender-based violence within the country and the urgent need for intervention.

In response to this alarming reality, the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), in collaboration with the European Union (EU) and International IDEA, has launched a dedicated Media Corps. This initiative is specifically designed to confront the prevailing silence and impunity that often shield perpetrators of such violence.

The establishment of the Media Corps signifies a concerted effort to amplify the voices of survivors, raise public awareness, and hold those responsible for violence against women accountable. By engaging the media, the program aims to break down societal barriers and foster a culture of zero tolerance for gender-based violence in Nigeria.

One in every five Nigerian women aged 15 to 49 has experienced physical or sexual.

— ReportStatistic on the prevalence of gender-based violence in Nigeria.
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