Yero S. Bah

Story: In July 2024, The Gambia’s parliament overwhelmingly rejected a bill to repeal its 2015 anti-FGM law, affirming legal protection for women and girls. Advocates see this victory as a blueprint for Nigeria to reinforce its Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Act (VAPP), strengthen enforcement, and empower survivors amid rising threats to women’s rights.

Published in: October 26, 2025