- According to the spokesman for the House, Akin Rotimi, the march will bring together over 1,000 participants, including representatives and members of the public, for a symbolic walk
In a show of solidarity against gender-based violence, Nigeria’s House of Representatives is set to embark on an awareness march across major streets of Abuja, the nation’s capital, on Monday.
The march, scheduled to begin at 8 am, will start at the Speaker’s Car Park, National Assembly Complex, and will end at the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters.
According to the spokesman for the House, Akin Rotimi, the march will bring together over 1,000 participants, including representatives and members of the public, for a symbolic walk.
The demonstration will culminate in the submission of a petition to the Inspector General of Police, demanding decisive action to safeguard vulnerable populations and ensure accountability for perpetrators of GBV.
Speaker Tajudeen Abbas emphasized that the march and other associated activities “are not just symbolic gestures; they reflect our resolve and call to action against gender-based violence head-on.” He added that the House is committed to protecting the rights and dignity of all Nigerians, especially the most vulnerable.
The march is part of the House’s legislative agenda to combat GBV, which includes a series of activities lined up for the 16 Days of Activism. Lawmakers will wear orange sashes on Tuesday, 26 November, symbolizing solidarity with the fight against GBV. A meeting will also be held with the Speakers of State Assemblies to discuss legislative strategies for combating GBV nationwide.
Additionally, a national citizens’ summit and GBV conference will be held on Tuesday, 10 December, with discussions on constitutional reforms and securing endorsements for gender equality initiatives championed by the House. Participants will receive orange T-shirts, symbolizing hope for a future free of violence.