Nigeria, Nov. 25 -- The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria has called for immediate collective action to stop the growing menace of digital violence against women and girls.

FIDA's Nigeria Country Vice President, Eliana Martins, said this on Monday at a press briefing in Lagos to kickstart FIDA's 2025 Annual General Conference, scheduled for 25 -27 November.

The theme of this year's conference is "Bridging Gaps, Building Future: Women's Rights, Justice and Sustainable Development in Nigeria."

Mrs Martins said digital violence has become one of the fastest-growing forms of abuse, worsening gender inequalities and pushing many women and girls out of digital spaces essential for learning, economic participation and s...