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Abia State Governor Alex Otti signs law for rehabilitation center for survivors of rape and gender-based violence
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Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, has signed into law a bill establishing a center for the rehabilitation of survivors of rape, defilement, domestic violence, and human trafficking. The law, titled Abia State Centre for the Rehabilitation of Survivors of Rape, Defilement, Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking Law, 2026, was assented to on Monday at the Government House, Umuahia. Governor Otti commended the Abia State House of Assembly for the speedy passage of the bill and praised government officials, including his wife, for their roles in its conception. He emphasized the need for societal reorientation to address the root causes of gender-based violence, stating that acts like rape, child abuse, and human trafficking are alien to Igbo culture. The governor also mentioned his administration's efforts to create employment opportunities to engage youths productively and reduce criminal behavior. The Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Emmanuel Emeruwa, presented the bill for assent, highlighting its importance and accelerated consideration. Mrs. Priscilla Otti, the governor's wife and initiator of the bill, expressed her elation, stating that the law will provide support and hope for victims, ensuring they receive rehabilitation and the necessary assistance to move forward.
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