A University Don, Prof Yisa Yusuf of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun state has charged womenfolk to establish synergy with all relevant agencies, ministries and organisations to fortify women against any form of insecurity.
Yusuf who made this call at the opening ceremony of the 39th Annual National Conference of Federation of Muslim Women’s Associations of Nigeria (FOMWAN) holding in Akure, Ondo State capital.
Speaking on the theme: “Women and the Challenges of Insecurity,” Yusuf urged FOMWAN to protect women folks through various sensitization programmes in the face of the current socio-economic challenges in the country, He said “Alternatively, women could acquire robust artisanal or trading skills to enhance economic self-reliance. Establishing or joining positive social support groups could also ensure women’s psychological and emotional health.
“Moreover, it would not be out of place, wherever possible, for women to acquire martial arts or self-defence skills. Women who have the means and the need for them could also procure licensed arms.
“Collaborative enlightenment or consciousness-raising programmes could also be established and ran with security agencies such as the Nigeria Police Force, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, and the Nigerian Armed Forces.
“Close attention also needs to be paid to the opportunities for economic security which can come from government initiatives.
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