According to a 2019 survey by the Nigerian National Bureau of Statistics, 30% of Nigerian women aged 15-49 have experienced physical violence, while a shocking 68% have encountered emotional, economic, or sexual abuse.
Domestic abuse/violence in Nigeria has been found to be deeply rooted in multiple factors, including gender inequality, harmful cultural practices, poverty, and lack of education and this has tremendous effects on not only the immediate family but the society.
In this episode, Dr. Pamela is joined by special guests- Dr Ogonnaya NDUPU; CEO/MD of LifeCrest Hospital & Wellness Space, Ms. Titilola Vivour Adeniyi; Executive Secretary, Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency and Mrs. Aderonke Oyelakin- Executive Coordinator, Bimbo Odukoya Foundationas they discuss the topic- “DOMESTIC ABUSE & THE SOCIETY”
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