FGM Advocacy: HOSEC Foundation Targets Comperes Of Traditional Marriages, Men, Girls
By Mosope Kehinde
Executive Director, Hope For Second Chance Foundation, HOSEC, Mrs Ibukunoluwa Otesile has called on the government across all levels, community leaders, health professionals, educators, and all stakeholders to strengthen efforts in enforcing laws, supporting survivors, and fostering a culture that protects the rights of girls.
Mrs Otesile who doubles as deputy state coordinator, Oyo state Child Protection Network, CPN made this known in a statement made available to newsarena.ng, to mark this years international Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation.
Otesile said every voice matters in the fight to end FGM.
She said, to reduce the prevalence of FGM, HOSEC Foundation is targeting comperes of traditional marriages, Alaga iduro, Alaga Ijoko, whose roles are significant in every marriage, status irrespective.
The statement reads in part:
“As part of our commitment to ending FGM, HOSEC Foundation will be actively engaging the comperes of traditional marriages, Alaga iduro, Alaga Ijoko, whose roles are significant in every marriage, status irrespective.
“Today, we join the global community in commemorating the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)—a day dedicated to raising awareness and taking action to end this harmful practice.
“FGM remains a serious violation of human rights, affecting millions of girls and women worldwide.
“Despite progress in advocacy and policy changes, many girls are still at risk, particularly in communities where FGM is deeply rooted in cultural traditions.
“Our advocacy campaigns will also be targeted at men because as the heads of their families, such decision cannot be taken without them.
“We would also hold various schools outreaches to educate and empower our young girls in meaningful dialogue.
“We believe that through education, advocacy, and collaboration, we can bring an end to this harmful practice and ensure a safer future for all.
