Kwara: NSCDC records 159 cases of gender-based violence in one year

By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin

The Gender Unit of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kwara State Command, has recorded progress in its efforts to combat Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and protect vulnerable individuals within the state.

Speaking to journalists at the State Command headquarters in Ilorin, NSCDC Commandant Dr. Umar Mohammed, disclosed that the Gender Unit has handled 159 cases of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) over the past year.

These cases include 76 instances of domestic violence, physical assault, and intimidation; 58 cases of abandonment of responsibility; 11 cases of sexual abuse and rape; 12 cases of threats to life; and 2 cases of missing children.

He noted that several cases are currently in court and assured the public that all offenders would be prosecuted in accordance with the law.

Dr. Mohammed reiterated the Corps’ zero-tolerance policy toward Gender-Based Violence and emphasized its ongoing commitment to collaborating with relevant stakeholders to combat this societal menace.

He urged the public to support the Corps by providing actionable intelligence to help prevent crime in the state.