Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas has led a symbolic walk against gender based violence in commemoration of this year’s International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
The walk brought together hundreds of participants including lawmakers and members of the public who marched from the National Assembly to the Headquarters of the Nigeria Police Force.
Speaker Abbas says it demonstrates the resolve of the National Assembly to demand decisive action to safeguard vulnerable populations and ensure accountability for perpetrators of Gender based violence.
The demonstration of solidarity with victims of gender based violence in the country culminated in the submission of a petition by the House of Representatives to the Inspector General of Police.
