The Centre Against Injustice and Domestic Violence (CAIDOV) has called for a nationwide campaign against sexual abuse and domestic violence to protect the girl child and ensure justice for survivors.<\/p>\n
The centre made the call in a statement issued by its Executive Director, Gbenga Soloki, to commemorate the 2026 International Day of the Girl Child.<\/p>\n
CAIDOV described the girl child as a symbol of hope, strength and the nation\u2019s future, lamenting that millions of girls in Nigeria continue to suffer sexual abuse, domestic violence, child marriage and cultural discrimination.<\/p>\n
The organisation stressed that the theme of this year\u2019s celebration must translate into concrete actions to protect girls from abuse at home and in society, rather than remain a subject of speeches.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is painful that the home, which should be the safest place for a girl, has become a place of fear for many. Fathers, uncles, neighbours and even teachers have turned into abusers.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe culture of silence, stigmatisation of victims and slow justice system have emboldened perpetrators. This must stop,\u201d the statement said.<\/p>\n
The centre called for a nationwide campaign against all forms of sexual and domestic violence in schools, markets, places of worship and communities.<\/p>\n
It also advocated mandatory reporting mechanisms and protection measures for teachers and guardians to strengthen efforts to prevent and address abuse.<\/p>\n
Additionally, CAIDOV called for the speedy trial of sexual offence cases, the public identification of convicted sexual offenders and increased funding for shelters, counselling and legal assistance for survivors.<\/p>\n
The organisation reaffirmed its commitment to providing legal assistance, psychosocial support and advocacy for victims of domestic and sexual violence across Lagos State and Nigeria.<\/p>\n
It urged girls to speak out and report cases of abuse without shame, assuring them that support is available and justice is possible.<\/p>\n
\u201cEvery girl deserves to grow without fear, to learn without intimidation, and to dream without limitations. Protecting her from violence is not charity, it is justice,\u201d the statement added.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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