Nigerian men have been called upon to prioritise standing in to defend women and girls against various forms of violence.
The call was made by Coordinator of Women Mediators in Bauchi State, Esther Patrick, during the 16 Days of activism on violence against women and girls organised by UN Women held at the Conference room of Chartwell Hotel, Bauchi on Sunday.
Esther Patrick opined that without support of men, it is difficult to achieve a safe society where women and children will grow to their full potential.
She decried the various forms of gender based violence in the society, stressing that the fight can be won through unity of purpose with the cooperation of men.
Speaking earlier, the Chairman of UN Women He4She in Bauchi State, Jinjiri Garba, explained that the activity was aimed at raising awareness on the plight of women and children who are suffering various forms of violence.
He said that the UN Women is committed to promoting women’s engagement in conflict prevention, resolution, negotiation, mediation and peace building process at all levels for the attainment of sustainable peace and development.
In her own submission, the Gender Desk officer in the Ministry of Health, Zuwaira Baba assured that the Ministry will continue to make gender equality a top priority in order to have a peaceful society.
She stressed that issues of healthcare for women and children are given priority by the Ministry as in all programmes, women and children are always considered.
Also speaking, the Gender desk officer in the Ministry of Justice reiterated that the Ministry is always ready to ensure that the rights of women and children are protected according to the relevant laws and treaties.
She commended UN Women for its efforts at protecting women and children as well as ensuring that their rights are not trampled upon.
The Gender Section of the State Police Command on its own, assured that it will always investigate and prosecute all forms of violence against women in the state, urging parents to always report cases to the section.
While speaking, media practitioners assured that they will continue to report all suspected cases of gender based violence that are made available to them.
They urged parents and other stakeholders to always brief them about such cases in order to have accurate reports.
Others who spoke at the occasion included Persons with disabilities, traditional rulers, religious leaders and CSOs who pledged to always advocate for the rights of women and children.
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