Alhassan noted that it was crucial to improve the well-being of women and increase their freedom of action and influence. The Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development says it is the responsibility of all citizens to work together in order to tackle the rampant occurrences of violence in the country.The Minister, Sen. Aisha Alhassan said this at a news briefing to commemorate the 16 days of activism to end violence against women and girls in Abuja.This year’s theme was “Together we can end gender based violence’’ and the sub theme was “Leave No One Behind’’.According to her, both men and women are victims of violence in the society today, however the forms of violence being experienced by women and girls include acts that entail specific assault on their sexuality and such must be addressed by all.Alhassan said the main objective of the campaign was to provide a platform to prevent violence against women as well as protect their rights.
