The Lagos DSVA, has given assurance to stakeholders of a renewed commitment to addressing the issue of Sexual Violence, particularly by ensuring prevention of the menace in the State.
The symposium which was with the support of the Rule of Law and Anti corruption RoLAC, funded by the European Union and implemented by the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance.
Speaking at a symposium in Lagos, themed ‘Are We Doing Enough? A Consideration of Lagos States Response to SGBV in the Last Decade’, the Executive Secretary of the Agency, Mrs Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi said that the event was organised to reflect on the progress made so far in tackling the scourge, note the challenges, and take prompt and proactive measures for the future.
Keynote speaker at the event, the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Department Services) University of Lagos, Prof. Ayodele Atsenuwa said that in the last 10 years, the agency has evolved and delivered on its mandate to protect the vulnerable particularly women and children who are being abused.
Also at the event were not able guests which included the Chief Judge of Lagos State, Hon. Justice Kazeem Alogba who was represented by Hon Justice H.O. Oshodi. The AIG Adegoke Fayoade Assistant Inspector General of Police Zone 2, Mrs. Ajibola Ijimakinwa of Rolac/IIdea and Mrs Kemi DaSilva Ibru, Founder @warif_ng
Highlights of the Symposium were Panelists Discuss on the various strides needed for the propagation of the quest to rid the State of all forms of SGBV. The Panelists include - Mrs. Adenike Oluwafemi, Deputy Director, Directorate of Public Prosecution.
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