The increasing incidences of rape, defilement, and other forms of sexual abuse in Rivers State have sparked growing concern among residents.
A cross-section of respondents, predominantly women and teenagers, told our reporter that they now live in constant fear, adding that the rising menace has made them more cautious about their movements and daily activities. They urged the Rivers State Government to implement stronger policies and interventions to curb the problem.
Sophia Afolayo, immediate past spokesperson of the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) in Rivers State, attributed the resurgence of sexual offences to the rising rate of substance abuse in society.
Henry Ekine, National Legal Adviser of the Committee for the Defence of Human Rights, called for an improved judicial process to ensure timely prosecution and punishment of perpetrators.
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