by FIDAFIDA Niger State Strengthens Partnership with ICPC in the Fight Against GBV, Harassment, and Corrupt Practices
In a decisive move to strengthen the fight against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), harassment, and related offenses, the FIDA Nigeria Niger State Branch, on May 28, 2025, paid a strategic advocacy visit to the Niger State Office of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).
Led by the Chairperson, Mrs. Bolanle Jibogun, Esq., the FIDA Niger team sought to build a solid collaboration with the Commission—particularly in the prosecution of cases under the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Law. The team emphasized the urgent need for synergy in addressing sexual harassment and other offenses that fall within both the ICPC’s and the VAPP Law’s mandates.
During the meeting, FIDA Niger warmly welcomed the newly appointed Resident State Coordinator (RSRC) of the ICPC and reaffirmed the organization’s unwavering commitment to partnering with the Commission. The interactive session that followed allowed both parties to exchange insights and explore actionable strategies for collaboration.
In response, the ICPC RSRC assured FIDA of the Commission’s full support, especially in public sensitization programs aimed at educating citizens on the scope of offenses handled by the ICPC and how to report them. This assurance marks a significant step toward strengthening public accountability and justice in the state.
As a symbolic gesture of partnership, FIDA Niger presented the VAPP Law to the RSRC and also distributed awareness materials to support ongoing advocacy efforts.
This partnership is expected to accelerate the fight against GBV, enhance prosecutorial effectiveness, and deepen public awareness—ultimately advancing justice and accountability in Niger State.
by FIDAFIDA Nigeria Inaugurates Suleja Branch
It is Official!!!!
A brand new Branch has been added to the growing number of FIDA Branches spread across the 36 states of Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory. This is because on Tuesday, the 15th of August 2022, FIDA Nigeria inaugurated its 46th Branch, ”FIDA (Nigeria) Suleja Branch Niger State”
The inauguration took place at High Court 2, Suleja Niger State, and had in attendance several distinguished personalities including the Country Vice President FIDA Nigeria, Amina Suzanah Agbaje; the National Secretary Eliana Martins; National Asst. Publicity Secretary Shaltha Nachamada; CVP emerita Rhoda Prevail Tyoden; Zonal Coordinator FIDA North Central Zone, Hajiya Laraba Shuaibu; Chairperson emerita FIDA Abuja Branch Rekia Adejo-Andrew; Chairperson FIDA Minna Branch, His Worship Bilikisu Labaran Kago; the Sarauniyyan Zazzau Dr. Rahmatu Hassan (who doubled as a Matron of the Branch); the Area Commander Suleja Police Command ACP S.M Musa; Chairman NBA Suleja; Ibrahim Bako Esq, the Route Commander Federal Road Safety Corps; Bar leader P.U Ekwueme Esq., amongst several Magistrates, distinguished guests and FIDA members.
The induction of FIDA (Nigeria) Suleja Branch Niger State as the newest Branch of FIDA Nigeria, forms part of FIDA’s commitment to reaching grassroot communities while scaling up its objective of protecting, promoting and preserving the rights of women and children. The formal inauguration of the new Branch was carried out by the Country Vice President FIDA Nigeria, after which Branch officials were sworn in by His Worship Ruth Ibrahim Dauda.
The inauguration of the 46th Branch of FIDA Nigeria was a monumental success underscoring FIDA’s dedication to broadening the scope of provision of pro-bono legal services, particularly to the grassroots where it is much needed.
