WARDC Advocates Stronger Laws and Digital Safety for Women in Nigeria

The Women Advocates Research and Documentation Centre (WARDC) in Abuja calls for enhanced laws and digital safety measures to address gender-based violence (GBV) against women in Nigeria. Dr.

Princess Olufemi Kayode, the Executive Director of WARDC, emphasizes the need for legal reforms, survivor support, and expanded digital safety education to combat online and offline violence. The center aims to protect survivors, enhance law enforcement capabilities, and promote gender-responsive cyber law enforcement.

The initiative seeks to end all forms of violence against women and girls through a comprehensive approach involving government, tech companies, civil society, and communities.