10 girls fall victims to sexual abuse in Oyo daily: Official
The Ministry of Women Affairs in Oyo says no fewer than 10 girls fall victims of sexual abuse daily in Oyo State.
Lateef Oyediji, Director of Child Welfare in the Ministry, made this known at an advocacy activity to mark the 2022 International Day of the Girl-Child on Saturday in Ibadan.
The programme was organised by Cedars For Human Welfare Initiative (CEHUWEI), in collaboration with Development Research Project Centre (DRPC) and funded by Ford Foundation.
Mr Oyediji said the ministry received not less than 10 cases of sexual abuse against girls daily, adding that the ministry was not happy on the manners girls were being molested in the state.
He said those involved in such bad conduct would not go scot-free, adding that they would face the full wrath of the law.
Mr Oyediji called for more support from security agencies and other relevant stakeholders in tracking down those perpetrating the immoral act.
“If we look inward for what is happening to girl-children in Oyo State, there is a need for a holistic approach.
“And for all relevant stakeholders to stand up to protect our girls, because the society’s structure is now working against proper upbringing of the girl-child.
“What amazes us is that some of the homes or orphanage centres, under the care of male caregivers, are abusing these girls and the cases are now being reported at our office and legal action will be taken against them,” he said.
He attributed unemployment, economy hardship, street hawking, family dispute and lack of proper care and protection from parents due to economy instability, as factors contributing to sexual abuse of girl-child and women.
(NAN)
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