Usman Umar Sahabi
Speaker Adamawa State House of Assembly (ADSHA) Rt. Hon. Bathiya Wesley, other House members, commissioners, security agents, and a myriad of passionate individuals have joined forces with Her Excellency Hajiya Lami Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri in a historic Walk Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in an unprecedented move that echoed the overwhelming call for change.
Her Excellency has made outstanding contributions by combining the three arms of Government in this yearβs Walk Against GBV.
The walk began at State Low-Cost Junction in Jimeta and ended in Mahmud Ribadu Square. A wave of people marched shoulder-to-shoulder, a formidable force against the shadows of Gender-Based Violence.
Her Excellency led the way, her steadfast gaze breaking through the inertia of apathy.
This year, 16-Day Activism has transcended traditional boundaries as the three arms of Government stand unified.
The ADSHA Speaker, Members, and Commissioners, among others, have not only committed their support, but are actively participating and engaging in this transformative and revolutionary journey.
The Speaker, Bathiya Wesley, took a moment to express his gratitude. His words resonated like a clarion call, thanking Her Excellency Hajiya Lami Ahmadu Fintiri for driving the drive to reduce GBV incidence in Adamawa State. His words expressed his gratitude for her unwavering efforts in transforming the fight against violence from a mere campaign into a tangible reality.
Speaker Bathiya Wesley urged the crowd to shun all forms of violence, which reverberated through the gathered gathering, cutting through the air with a message of unity and change or togetherness and transformation.
He stated that the walk was more than just a symbolic act, it was a collective vow to build a world free from violence.
Her Excellency Hajiya Lami Ahmadu Fintiri expressed profound gratitude to the collective forces of change assembled against the wicked plague of gender-based violence.
Her warm voice resonated as she thanked the Speaker, Members, Commissioners, Permanent Secretaries, development partners, schools, and courageous womenβs groups for uniting in the fight against societal pollution known as abuse against women and girls.
Her words were a symphony of unity, thanking the Speaker’s legislative support and appreciating the unwavering commitment of government officials, partners, and schools to bring the fight against gender-based violence to life.
Her Excellency singled out the formidable womenβs groups, hailing them as pillars of change and transformation, embodying the promise of a society free from the shackles of violence.
She emphasized the collective effort against violence, in which the gathering created a united face, symbolizing a common commitment to promoting a safer and more equitable future.
In their welcoming speeches, the only female member representing Demsa Local Government Area, Hon. Kate Raymond Mamono, and the commissioner of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Wunfe B. Anthony, commended the first lady for organizing the wonder walk to raise awareness about sexual abuse.
They stated that the Walk Against GBV is not merely a walk, it is a stride with a purpose, and each step reverberates with the collective heartbeat of a society determined to break the chains of violence that have bound its growth.
The streets are ablaze with the sounds of drums, chanting, and slogans demanding change. The Walk Against GBV is more than simply a physical trek; it is a symbolic movement, a resounding call for transformation that echoes through power corridors and individuals hearts.
According to Programme/Humanitarian Analyst, UNFPA, Dr. Danladi Idrisa extended his gratitude to Hajiya Lami Fintiri for her continuing support for the cause of women and children in Adamawa State, adding the walk against GBV is a call for unity and togetherness that create a vivid picture of hope and optimism in the State. The struggle against Gender-Based Violence is no longer confined to whispered conversations; it is a collective cry that pierces the darkness, proclaiming a dawn of safety, respect, and equality.
Present during the walk are members of the State Assembly, Commissioner, FIDA, Association of Female Pharmacists, NCWS, Schools, the Physically Challenged Persons Association, and other women groups that created a tapestry of creative activity.
The highlight of the event was GBV songs by some guest artists and poems by students, which added to the artistic tapestry.
