By Philip Yatai
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has urged stakeholders and law enforcement agencies to strengthen the fight against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in the territory.
Dr Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi, the Mandate Secretary, Women Affairs Secretariat, FCTA, made the call during a meeting with stakeholders and representatives of law enforcement agencies on Saturday in Abuja.
Benjamins-Laniyi stressed the need for strong collaboration among stakeholders and law enforcement agencies to win the war against GBV.
The mandate secretary also called for stringent punishment for convicted sexual offenders to serve as a deterrent to other offenders.
“We need to work together as government agencies, law enforcement agencies, Civil Society Organisations, Community-Based Organisations and other Non-Governmental Organisations and religious groups to curb GBV in our communities.
“I urge all of you to contribute your expertise and professionalism in combating GBV in…
Source: News Agency of Nigeria
