As part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) led a walk to the Kano Government House, calling for an end to GBV in the state.
The walk, which took place on 10 December as a wrap-up of 16-day activism, was organized in collaboration with Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) and development partners.
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Hundreds of participants, including NAPTIP officials, CBO representatives, and community members, marched through the streets of Kano, carrying bannerers and placards with messages against GBV.
The procession ended at the Kano Government House, where participants were received by government officials Deputy Governor, Chief Staff, Commissioner Women affairs.
On his speech, Abdullahi Babale the commander NAPTIP Kano emphasized the need for collective action to prevent GBV and support survivors.
“We must work together to create a society that values and respects the rights of all individuals, particularly women and children,” the representative said.
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The participants were received by Deputy Governor Abdulsalam Gwarzo, who urged individuals to turn to their holy books for guidance.
He emphasized the importance of fearing Allah and being one’s brother’s keeper.
He encouraged everyone to stand up against injustice and promised to pass on the message and requests to relevant stakeholders to further strengthen efforts towards an equitable society.
Kano state Commissioner for women affairs Hajiya Aisha Saji Rano commended the organizers’ efforts and called on all stakeholders, especially parents, to take responsibility for creating a just society.
She emphasized that the government alone cannot achieve this goal alone.
In Kano State, GBV remains a significant concern, with many cases of domestic violence, rape, and other forms of abuse reported annually.
The NAPTIP-led walk aimed to raise awareness about the issue and mobilize support for efforts to prevent GBV.