She said conflict-related sexual violence remained one of the gravest consequences of insecurity, terrorism, violent extremism and armed conflict.
Nigerian government has repeatedly denied Christian genocide in the country.
The United Nations says sexual violence is one of the “most defining features” of Sudan’s war, now in its fourth year.
The latest arrests bring the total number of suspects in custody to 15.
Ms Vivour-Adeniyi said, “This is to start the process, encourage anybody who was allegedly sexually assaulted by Simi to please come forward.”
Kwara’s first lady, Olufolake AbdulRazaq, has called for united and sustained action against gender-based violence.
Mr Türk said the call was necessary as the brutal Sudan war shows no signs of ending.
Left unnamed, the agency stated that 11 Ukrainian citizens have been indicted for “high treason for joining the Wagner and Redut formations.”
A report stated that sexual violence in conflict zones rose sharply in 2024, increasing by a quarter compared to the previous year.
The governor’s wife said conflict-related sexual violence was not just rape but a weapon of war.
