The Nasarawa state First Lady, Hajiya Silifat Abdullahi Sule, has officially launched the 2024 edition of the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
The event, held at the Government House in Lafia on Monday, underscores her administration's commitment to combating gender-based violence and safeguarding the rights of vulnerable groups.
During her address, Hajiya Silifat Sule emphasized the critical role of parents and guardians in monitoring the company their children keep, noting that modern technology has exposed young people to numerous challenges.
She reaffirmed her dedication to collaborating with relevant stakeholders to ensure societal sanity and to uphold the rights of the most vulnerable members of the community.
Speaking on the theme of this year’s campaign, "Unite! Ending Violence Against Women and Children", the State Coordinator of the Human Rights Commission, Bukola Babatunde, highlighted the commission’s relentless efforts in protecting human rights.
She assured attendees that the commission is committed to leaving no stone unturned in addressing violence against women and children, both in Nasarawa State and across the nation.
The campaign aims to raise awareness, foster collective action, and advocate for policies that will put an end to gender-based violence.
