Adamawa First Lady leads walk to tackle gender-based violence

The First Lady of Adamawa State, Hajiya Lami Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has led a public awareness walk in the state capital to enlighten Nigerians about the dangers of gender-based violence (GBV).
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The walk commenced at Bachure Junction and concluded at Bachure Primary School, where the First Lady addressed a gathering of students, teachers, and community leaders.
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The “16 Days of Activism” is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. In Adamawa, the focus this year has shifted towards digital safety, due to the growing global concerns about online harassment and the privacy of young people.
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Addressing the students directly, the First Lady emphasized the importance of maintaining personal boundaries online. She warned pupils about the risks of sharing personal information and the permanence of their digital footprints.
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Participants include, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Neido Geoffrey Kofulto, and the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Hajiya Zainab Umar Adamu.
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The walk program is supported by the Fresh Air Pro-Life Empowerment Foundation, an organization founded by the First Lady which collaborates with development partners to advocate for the rights and well-being of women and girls in the state.
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The state aims to integrate GBV education into school curriculums and community outreach programs, ensuring that the message of safety extends beyond the 16-day campaign window.
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