The Kwara State Government has established three emergency centers for reporting cases related to Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV). This was announced by the state’s Commissioner for Women Affairs, Mrs. Opeyemi Afolashade, during the commemoration of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities at the Kwara School for Special Needs. These centers are located at the Kwara State General Hospital, Sobi Specialist Hospital, and the Ministry of Women Affairs. The event was part of the 16 Days of Activism against SGBV and focused on promoting inclusion for People Living with Disabilities (PLWDs).
Afolashade also emphasized the importance of supporting PLWDs, urging for an end to discrimination and stigmatization. The event highlighted the ongoing efforts to improve education, health care, and employment opportunities for PLWDs. Kwara’s governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, was praised for his leadership and commitment to inclusivity. Additionally, the Kwara Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project was acknowledged for supporting girls’ education and empowerment in the state.
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