This solution strengthens early risks, improves survivor care, and transforms health facilities into prevention hubs.
The commissioner stressed that FGM has no medical benefit but exposes victims to severe physical and psychological complications.
The commissioner said the essence of the road walk was to sensitise the public and to declare zero tolerance for FGM.
Ms Oyerogba called for the integration of FGM prevention into routine maternal, adolescent, and reproductive health services.
He emphasised that school authorities, teachers, and PTA forums must take the lead in the sensitisation.
Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi has sought the support of traditional institutions, religious bodies, and community leaders in the fight to eliminate female genital mutilation.
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Critics of the practice said it is embedded in ignorance and misrepresentation of culture.
Ms Bungudu warned that the practice violated human rights and was a serious crime against the girls’ health rights.
February 6 was set aside by the UN to amplify and direct efforts on the elimination of FGM.
The child protection specialist said health workers are forbidden from performing genital mutilation on a female child.
