She described conflict-related sexual violence as a growing concern, worsened by banditry and displacement.
She said stakeholders must challenge harmful cultural norms.
She pledged the administration’s commitment to work with NAPTIP in ending GBV in the FCT.
The EU ambassador said enforcement was the major obstacle to an effective war against corruption in Nigeria.
Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, Ondo’s first lady, has called for policy formulation to end violence against women in Nigeria.
“She (Aishatu Binani) is the only candidate I’m calling with a loud voice to mobilise support for and other women vying for various positions.”
The FG commended the UN agency at a workshop organised by UNFPA to develop the Call to Action Initiative on protection from GBV in emergencies.
Mr Buhari has expressed concern over the increasing cases of violence, child marriage, rape, kidnapping and other challenges affecting children.
The laws are expected to offer a big boost to Yobe’s administration of justice.
The laws are Violence Against Persons Prohibition, Adamawa State Environmental Protection Agency, and Adamawa State Limitation of Actions.
