Security Council Open Debate on Sexual Violence in Conflict, April 2018: Nigeria
Security Council Open Debate on Sexual Violence in Conflict, April 2018: Nigeria (Extract 1)
At the subregional level, in September 2010 the Economic Community of West African States, in collaboration with the United Nations Office for West Africa, developed an integrated plan of action for the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). The plan of action emphasizes the importance of the role of women in conflict prevention, resolution mediation and peacebuilding efforts, as well as the rebuilding of postconflict societies.
Security Council Open Debate on Sexual Violence in Conflict, April 2018: Nigeria (Extract 2)
Some legal and social remedies undertaken by the Government include the diligent prosecution of more than 200 detained Boko Haram terrorists in competent courts of law, as well as reintegration, reorientation and rehabilitation programmes and psychosocial programmes designed to meet the needs of each victim of sexual violence. The sustained efforts of Nigeria and its international partners have culminated in the liberation of territories previously occupied by Boko Haram.
Security Council Open Debate on Sexual Violence in Conflict, April 2018: Nigeria (Extract 3)
It is to be noted that 80 per cent of the 2 million internally displaced persons in the north-east of Nigeria are women and girls. We have taken concrete steps to meet their humanitarian needs and to ensure that the necessary conditions are established to enable the voluntary return of the displaced persons to their places of origin in safety and dignity.
Security Council Open Debate on Sexual Violence in Conflict, April 2018: Nigeria (Extract 4)
Nigeria remains fully and firmly committed to the promotion and protection of the rights of women and girls in conflict and post-conflict situations. In this regard, we will work assiduously to enhance the participation of women in peace and security initiatives.