VAPP ACT Implementation: Media Experts Unite to Combat Misogyny and Online Gender-Based Violence in Nigeria
In today’s digital age, where online platforms dominate our lives, a sinister shadow looms large: the escalating threat of misogyny and online gender-based violence (OGBV).
Amidst this crisis, a recent move by a Nigerian Senator to repeal the Violence Against Persons Prohibition Act (VAPP Act) – rather than strengthening it – has sounded the alarm. With only 19 out of 36 states having domesticated the VAPP Act, the need for collective action is urgent.
This special report by LightRay! Media written by Oluwaseyi Elizabeth Jimoh brings together journalists from across Nigeria and diverse media organizations to confront the dangers of misogyny and explore solutions to combat this growing menace. Join us as we shine a light on the dark realities of OGBV and champion the cause for a safer, more inclusive society.