Ministry of Women Affairs denies claims of abandoning SGBV survivors
By Hadiza Abdulrahman The Federal Ministry of Women Affairs has denied claims circulating in a recent video alleging that survivor of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) under its care have been abandoned. In a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Maryam Keshinro, the Ministry described the allegations as false and misleading, stating that they undermine ongoing efforts to support survivors. It clarified that state governments are responsible for managing SGBV shelters, while the Federal Ministry operates only one temporary shelter in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) for high-risk cases requiring urgent intervention. Every case brought to the Ministry’s attention is treated with urgency and care, and every claim is rigorously verified. We encourage Nigerians, the media, and all stakeholders to seek factual information directly from the Ministry. The ministry commitment to survivors is unwavering, evidence-based, and results-driven—reflected in its i...