Nwifuru seeks traditional, religious leaders’ support to end FGM
Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru is enlisting the support of traditional, religious, and community leaders to eradicate Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). Speaking at a conference organized with UNFPA and the governor's wife's foundation, he emphasized their influence in community-led campaigns and urged collaboration with security agencies and the Gender-Based Violence (GBV) task force. Nwifuru pledged to enforce the amended Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Law. The governor's wife, Mary-Maudline, highlighted the crucial role of local institutions in educating communities about the dangers of FGM. UNFPA's Andrew Kirima commended the state's commitment and reaffirmed support for achieving transformative results, including zero GBV and harmful practices. The GBV Task Force's Goodness Mbaja noted the VAPP law will guide their efforts.
