Nigeria, Feb. 28 -- The Emir of Ilorin, Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has condemned the rising cases of Gender-Based Violence, stating that such acts are contrary to cultural values.

Mr Sulu-Gambari condemned the rising menace on Wednesday in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, at an event organised by the Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative (BBYDI).

The Emir, represented by Al-Haeri Abdulwahab, the Daudu Jeje of Ilorin, said that GBV directly violates their values, including protecting the vulnerable.

The event, themed 'Mobilising Stakeholders for Action Against GBV in Kwara', brought together decision-makers, including traditional rulers, government officials, security agencies, civil society actors, media practitioners and religious an...