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First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Champions 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has expressed strong support for the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, which began on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
In a statement, Mrs. Tinubu described gender-based violence as one of the most widespread human rights violations, noting that nearly one in three women worldwide experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. In Nigeria, she highlighted the persistence of harmful practices such as child marriage and female genital mutilation, often justified by cultural or religious norms.
“Despite remarkable progress, many women and girls, particularly in rural and underserved areas, remain trapped in cycles of violence and inequality,” she stated.
The First Lady emphasized the importance of formal education for the girl child as a pathway to empowerment and making informed decisions. She called for collective action across all sectors of society, including timely prosecution of offenders, increased support for survivors, and creating safer environments for women and girls.
“As we observe these 16 days of activism, I urge us to challenge harmful behaviors. Together, we can build a society where everyone, regardless of gender, lives free from violence,” she urged.
Mrs. Tinubu’s remarks underline her commitment to addressing the root causes of gender-based violence and fostering a safer society for all.
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Opposition no longer safe with recruitment of Osun PDP members into Amotekun – APM

The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Osun State has raised concerns over the alleged recruitment of members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) into the state’s Amotekun Corps, claiming it threatens the safety of opposition members.
In a statement issued on Friday, APM Chairman, Mr. Adewale Adebayo, criticized the recruitment process, alleging that non-PDP applicants were deliberately screened out. He warned that Amotekun, originally created to enhance security, was being turned into a political tool.
“We are disturbed by the protest by well-meaning Osun residents who applied but were deliberately excluded because they are not PDP members,” Adebayo stated.
He further alleged that over 1,000 PDP members had been recruited into the corps, describing it as an attempt to silence opposition voices. According to him, the recruitment exercise was merely a formality to cover up a pre-arranged selection process favoring ruling party members.
APM has called for the resignation of the Corps Commandant and Field Commandant of Amotekun, demanding an apology to the affected applicants and the people of the state. The party insisted that the security outfit must remain apolitical to maintain public trust.
Neither the Osun State Government nor the leadership of Amotekun has responded to the allegations as of the time of this report.
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