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NAPTIP Launches Policy Document To Tackle Gender-Based Violence

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) yesterday launched a policy document aimed at tackling all forms of Gender Based Violence (GBV) in the country.
Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Hajia Sadiya Umar-Farouk, said in Abuja that the document was to institutionalise an internal gender mainstreaming strategy in NAPTIP.
Umar-Farouk said that it was also targeted at giving proper operation to GBV issues and address gender gaps by contributing to the realisation of eliminating the menace.
“I believe that the launch of this NAPTIP’s gender policy will complement the agency’s operational strategies to curb gender-based violence and address gender gaps.
“It will also chart a new course in the management of the agency’s relationships with its various partners and clients,’’ she said.
Umar-Farouk called on policy makers to analyse the society critically in order to recognise the discriminatory practices against women in particular, as well as men.
The minister called on Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to adopt and strengthen measures to mainstream gender concerns in all their activities and programmes.
Earlier, NAPTIP Director General, ImaanSulaiman-Ibrahim, stated that the policy document was produced in collaboration with some foreign organisations.
According to her, it was produced under the two years programme on prevention of forced migration and trafficking in women and girls in Nigeria.
She said the document would provide the platform that would guide NAPTIP work in gender secure response.
Sulaiman-Ibrahim added that it would promote gender sensitive environment that would address forced migration, trafficking and other GBV crimes.
“Women equality and empowerment, being one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), is integral to all dimensions of inclusive and sustainable development.
“Of particular reference is SDG five, which is aimed at eliminating all forms of discrimination and violence against women in the public and private spheres.
“Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world,’’ she stated.
Sulaiman-Ibrahim said that the document would strengthen gender clauses and mainstreaming of gender into policies, legislations, programmes and operations of NAPTIP.
“It will assist in the prosecution of male and female offenders, with attention to their gender needs, strengthening the network of stakeholders, groups, and individuals at all levels in Nigeria,’’ she added.
UN Women Country Representative for Nigeria and ECOWAS, Ms Comfort Lamptey, pledged to support Nigeria in the area of protection of women’s rights.
Lamptey called on the Federal Government and other stakeholders to take necessary steps to implement the policy.
She commended NAPTIP for coming up with such a policy document as well as government for the political will to end human trafficking.
“The achievement of gender equality and protection of women’s rights is critical if Nigeria is to meet its deepest aspirations in this decade of action as we race to attain the SDG targets,’’ Lamptey said.
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Royal Father Tasks Couple On Peace, Tolerance

The Royal family of King Samuel Ndiwe Amaechi of Igbo Kingdom in Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State has given out one of their daughters, Princess Onyinye Jennifer Amaechi in marriage
The traditional marriage which featured by Etche cultural display attracted dignitries from all walks of life including traditional monarchs from all parts of the state. The event showcased the display of Etche rich cultural heritage, ,presentation of kola nuts, Etche traditional music (eribo) as well as other traditional dancers from neighbouring communities.
Speaking at the colourful traditional wedding held at the Umuokwa Edegelem, Igbo Etche over the weekend ,the father of the bride and the Onye Ishi Agwuru of Igbo Kingdom, King Samuel Ndiwe Amaechi said he was honoured by the crowd of people that came to witness the traditional marriage of his fourth daughter in his kingdom.
The monach who was elated advised the couple to be peaceful and live in fear of God, adding that love,tolerance and mutual respect to each other are attributes that spice marriage union
“I wish them God’s protection and blessings.Go and multiply, live in peace ,show kindness and respect to each other,” he stated.
Also speaking ,the acting chairman of the occassion, Mr Charles Nwonuoala ,who is also the President -General of Ogbakor Etche ethnic nationality tasked the couple on love ,tolerant and mutual respect in other to enjoy their marriage .
Princess Onyinye Jennifer Amaechi is married to Eninum Oliseh Okpue.
The event was climax with the presentation of royal marriage certificate.
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