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Summary
The Federal Ministry of Women Affairs convened key stakeholders, including UN Women, Naija Feminist Media, and DOHS Cares Foundation to plan the 2025 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. The meeting outlined joint advocacy efforts, nationwide activities, and renewed commitment to uniting voices to end GBV in Nigeria.
In preparation for this year’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs (FMWA) hosted a crucial planning and strategy meeting with key stakeholders and civil society organisations at its conference room on Friday, October 31, 2025.
The meeting was a collaborative space for organisations working to end gender-based violence (GBV) to align efforts, share ideas, and design impactful advocacy actions for the nationwide campaign. In attendance were Naija Feminists Media, UN Women, Girls Access Initiative, the FCT Women Affairs Secretariat, DOHS Cares Foundation and several other groups committed to ending GBV in Nigeria.
Mr. Festus Bakpet, Assistant Director, Women Development Department, FMWA, delivered the opening remark, emphasising the ministry’s commitment to building a strong and unified national front against GBV. Ms Nkechi T. U., Chief Social Welfare Officer, also called for greater inclusion of grassroots voices and consistent storytelling to humanise the experiences of survivors.
Mr. Ibrahim Nurudeen, Programme Manager for UN Women, outlined the 2025 16 Days of Activism plan and encouraged CSOs to intensify state-level advocacy already in progress. He also noted that the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs will amplify visibility by resharing campaign activities and posts from key stakeholders throughout the 16 days.
The planning meeting reviewed proposed events and activities, including, joint press briefing and flag-off ceremony, walk against digital violence, and engagement with women and girls with disabilities.
The meeting ended with a renewed sense of unity and purpose. Stakeholders reaffirmed their dedication to amplifying women’s voices, pushing for digital safety, and holding institutions accountable for protecting the rights of women and girls in Nigeria.
As the countdown begins to this year’s 16 Days of Activism, one message remains clear: ending gender-based violence requires all voices united, consistent, and bold.
