The FAME Foundation has urged men to become leading voices in speaking up against violence targeting women.
Speaking in Abuja on Tuesday, Aderonke Atoyebi, the foundation’s executive director, said digital violence is a growing problem in Nigeria.
She spoke during the organisation’s launch of the globally commemorated 16 days of activism. This year’s campaign is themed “Unite to end digital violence against all women and girls”.
“Far too many girls and women are experiencing online harassment, cyberstalking, abusive messaging, and other forms of digital abuse,” Atoyebi said.
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“Too often, these incidents go unreported, leaving victims feeling isolated, unsafe, and unheard.”
She highlighted a 2025 report which indicates that about 68.9 million Nigerians experience digital abuse, with women accounting for more than half of the victims.
Atoyebi said the survivors often experience trauma, reputational harm, and economic loss.
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“Many feel compelled to self-censor, withdraw from public life, or even leave social media entirely,” she said.
“Even though Nigeria has laws such as the Cybercrimes Act of 2015 and the Violence Against Persons Prohibition Act, enforcement remains inconsistent, and many survivors do not come forward out of fear, stigma, or distrust in the system.”
As part of its activism activities, the ED said the foundation would host webinars on digital safety innovations and panel discussions on men as allies; produce playlets, podcasts, and video messages; and engage youth and sports communities through surveys and live sessions.
Atoyebi called on all the government, media, civil society, tech companies, and men to increase efforts in creating safe digital spaces.
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