Benue State Establishes IDP Justice Desk and Website to Address Sexual Abuse and Criminality
Benue State Ministry of Justice created a desk in IDP camps for reporting sexual abuse and criminality.
In Brief
- •Benue State Ministry of Justice created a desk in IDP camps for reporting sexual abuse and criminality.
- •The ministry launched a website to streamline reporting of gender-based violence and other crimes.
- •The Attorney General, Yangien Ornguga, partnered with NAPTIP to prosecute human trafficking offenders.
- •The ministry reviewed outdated laws and increased judicial casual staff salaries.
- •Yangien Ornguga emphasized the importance of verified journalism and warned against fake news.
Why It Matters
The establishment of the IDP justice desk and website in Benue State aims to provide faster access to justice for vulnerable individuals, particularly in IDP camps. This initiative addresses critical issues of sexual abuse and criminality, which have been prevalent in these camps. By streamlining the reporting process and partnering with NAPTIP, the state is taking significant steps to protect its residents and deter human trafficking. Additionally, the review of outdated laws and improvements in judicial staff welfare demonstrate a commitment to modernizing the justice system and ensuring effective legal services.
Key Details
- Partnership
- Benue State Ministry of Justice and NAPTIP
- Website Launch
- October 2026
- Salary Increase
- N5,000 to N30,000
- Laws Reviewed
- Education Law, Child Rights Law, Violence Against Persons Prohibition Law, Local Government Law
Context & Background
The Benue State Ministry of Justice has been working to address issues of sexual abuse and criminality in IDP camps, recognizing the need for a more efficient and accessible justice system.
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