The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), in collaboration with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) Kano Zonal Command, on Saturday sensitised residents of Rano Local Government Area of Kano State on gender-based violence and digital safety.
The exercise was part of activities marking the 2025 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
Speaking at the event, the Communication Officer of the Male Feminist Network Project, Mr. Buhari Abba, said CITAD and its partners remained committed to tackling gender-based violence both online and offline.
“We are working tirelessly with our partners to curb gender-based violence in all its forms. Men must understand that they have a major role to play, and we are encouraging them to become allies in ending GBV,” he said.
Abba also announced the introduction of a newly developed digital tool known as Reportix, designed to strengthen accountability and improve community response to social concerns.
“Reportix will help communities report GBV cases, fake news, digital rights violations and even abandoned projects. It is a platform built to support quick reporting and improve response mechanisms,” he added.
Also speaking, the Gender Officer of NAPTIP Kano Zonal Command, Hajiya Rasheeda Aminu, highlighted the agency’s core mandate in handling trafficking and violence against persons.
“NAPTIP is working every day to protect citizens, especially women and girls who are most vulnerable. We urge the public to report any case of gender-based violence directly to our Kano Zonal Office or through our official toll-free lines,” she said.
Aminu emphasised that public cooperation remained crucial for timely intervention and successful prosecution of offenders.
The theme for the 2025 16 Days of Activism is “UNiTE to End Digital Violence Against All Women and Girls.” This year’s global campaign focuses on rising cases of digital abuse and the urgent need to create safer online spaces for women.
The initiative also calls for stronger collaboration among governments, technology companies, educators and individuals to prevent online violence and promote inclusive digital rights.