Nigerian Police and Human Rights Advocate Call for Action Against Domestic Violence

The Nigerian Police stress the importance of not treating domestic violence as a family matter but as a serious crime, ensuring justice and protection for victims. Memunat Idu Lah, representing the National Human Rights Commission, highlights the rise in domestic violence cases contributing to the growing number of single parents in Nigeria.

She urges the government to address the challenges faced by single parents and protect children from the effects of domestic violence, promoting a better society.