The Violence Against Persons Prohibition Act 2015, which was signed into law by the Federal Government, outlawed the practice of female genital mutilation in Nigeria; nonetheless, the crime is still ...

Of course, NAPTIP is responsible for implementing the VAPP Act in the FCT, but we know that as at today, 34 states have their different versions of the VAPP Act which they have adopted as law.

1. Strengthen the lawand enforce it: The Nigerian government must prioritize the full adoption and enforcement of the VAPP Act across all states. Cyber-violence should be treated with the same ...

Strengthening the VAPP Act 2015 and addressing its implementation challenges through necessary amendments can create a more just and equitable society for all.” ...