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By Halima Layeni On this International Day of the Boy Child, it is important to draw attention to a pressing issue that warrants immediate action: sexual abuse against boys. Global statistics reveals that approximately 1 in 6 boys worldwide experience some form of sexual abuse before adulthood. Regrettably, these figures…

The online event seeks to raise awareness, advocate for changes in legal frameworks, and improve the participation of the media to combat gender-based violence.

A civic organisation, Life After Abuse Foundation (LAAF), has said it has launched a dedicated men's support helpline in recognition of the International Men's Day. The foundation said on Sunday in a release that the initiative aimed to “provide free, specialised medical, legal, and psychosocial support to men facing various challenges due to abuse, trauma, or related issues.” The group added that the Men's Support Helpline, operational from 9am to 5pm, seven days a week, will...

With International Men's Day on the horizon, the silence surrounding men's struggles and the lack of acknowledgement for their sacrifices and emotional well-being demand our immediate attention. In a world where International Women's Day is celebrated with fervour and prominence, the muted celebration of men's contributions and the absence of recognition for their hardships is a pressing societal concern that needs urgent addressal. It is time to shatter this silence an...

By Halima Layeni For many decades, resilient women and girls who have survived abuse have been leading the charge against violence. Their advocacy has led to the enactment of laws and policies, yet implementation remains a challenge. The rise of feminist movements, including the renowned #MeToo movement and the Every Woman Treaty, has held men…

For many decades, resilient women and girls who have survived abuse have been leading the charge against violence. Their advocacy has led to the enactment of laws and policies, yet implementation remains a challenge. The rise of feminist movements, including the renowned #MeToo movement and the Every Woman Treaty, has held men accountable. Despite these efforts, the stark reality persists for countless women and girls worldwide, who continue to suffer rights violations.

Health and mental experts under a non-governmental organisation, Life After Abuse Foundation, has warned that over six million men are grappling with depression each year, and four times more likely to die by suicide. Halima Layeni, the Executive Director of Life After Abuse revealed that men’s mental issues became complicated through alcohol dependency which affects one out of every five men.

Happy World Health Day 2023 to you and everyone in the Federal Ministry of Health. On this day, we would also like to celebrate the healthcare workers across the country for their tireless efforts to keep Nigerians healthy and strong.

Halima Layeni, founder director of Men Can End Violence, has called for deliberate attention to men's mental health.