The Kano State Ministry of Women Affairs, Children, and Disabled has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to implementing the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Law, despite Kano being the last state yet to adopt it.
While 35 states, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), have embraced the VAPP Law or similar legislation to combat gender-based violence (GBV), Kano’s journey toward this milestone continues with renewed vigor.
In a recent dialogue with a delegation from the Development Research and Projects Center (dRPC), the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Hajiya Amina Abdullahi, underscored the ministry’s resolve to enforce the law once adopted.
She emphasized that collaboration with key stakeholders would serve as the backbone for the effective implementation of the VAPP Law, ensuring protection for vulnerable groups across the state.
“Our doors remain open for partnerships with organizations working to safeguard the rights of women, children, and persons with disabilities,” Hajiya Amina declared.
She called on dRPC to sustain its advocacy efforts, recognizing the crucial role collective action plays in addressing the challenges faced by marginalized communities.
Representatives of dRPC, including Program Officer for Gender, Hajiya Aisha Bello, and Senior Program Associate, Umar Ahmad Umar, highlighted their organization’s extensive work in public health, women’s economic empowerment, and GBV prevention.
They pledged to align their efforts with the ministry, reiterating their shared mission to uplift Kano’s most vulnerable populations and drive transformative change.
With this renewed partnership, Kano’s journey to adopt the VAPP Law signals hope for a safer, more inclusive future for its citizens.