Friday Olokor, AbujaRetired footballer, John Fashanu, has called for collective action against rape, domestic violence and child abuse, especially against women and the girl child in the country. He made the suggestion following the recent increase in the spate of rape and sexual violence in Nigeria. He said, “The upsurge of violence against women, especially by men, in Nigeria over the years, is assuming a worrisome dimension with grave consequences on the victims and the society at large. Men as fathers, brothers, sons and husbands are supposed to be playing the vital role of public advocates in strongly condemning all forms of violence against women and the girl child. He currently runs the John Fashanu Sports Academy in Abuja.

Source: Punch June 09, 2020 00:56 UTC