Edo govt launches priority plan to check violence against children

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The Edo State Government has concluded plans to launch a policy document detailing action points and stakeholders’ responsibilities in the effort to tackle violence against children in the state.

In a statement signed by Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Magdalene Ohenhen, the state said Edo is the ninth state in Nigeria to have developed and adopted a policy document to end violence against children.

Ohenhen said the State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, will launch the document titled “Edo State Priority Response Plan to End Violence Against Children,” on Thursday, February 22, at Imaguero College Hall, Sapele Road in Benin City by 10am.

She said a number of activities have been lined up to mark the launch of the document and get stakeholders’ buy-in to ensure everyone is involved in implementing the strategies and plans outlined in the…



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