PRESS RELEASE LAGOS DSVA RELEASES DIRECTORY OF GBV STATE COORDINATORS IN NIGERIA The Lagos State Government, through the Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA), has released a directory of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) State Coordinators across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The directory is an outcome of continued efforts to strengthen national coordination and collaboration among GBV response stakeholders, following the landmark two-day National Convening of GBV State Coordinators hosted by Lagos State, with support from the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption (RoLAC II) Programme @rolacng, funded by the European Union @EUinNigeria and implemented by the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IIDEA) @IntIDEA_NG. The directory provides key contact details of GBV State Coordinators, serving as a practical resource to support reporting, referrals, and access to appropriate response services for survivors of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence. It is designed to strengthen coordination and referral pathways among stakeholders working in GBV prevention and response, while making it easier for citizens to identify and connect with the appropriate state-level contacts. The Lagos State Government encourages individuals, organisations, government institutions, civil society organisations, community groups, and other stakeholders to make use of the directory and share it widely within their networks. DSVA remains committed to strengthening collaboration, supporting coordinated GBV response, and improving access to timely and appropriate services for survivors across Nigeria. E-signed, Onadipe Opebere Head, Public Affairs Unit Lagos DSVA 12/10/2026 #LagosDSVA #SGBVItEndsWithUs #SGBVNotInMyLagos #AGreaterLagosRising #LASG @followlasg

POV: Everyone came to the retreat with a point to prove. 😂 When the discussions get intense, the perspectives are strong, and nobody is backing down without making their case. For us, strategic planning means bringing ideas to the table, challenging perspectives, and working towards a shared vision for the Agency's future. #LagosDSVA #SGBVItEndsWithUs #SGBVNotInMyLagos #AGreaterLagosRising #LASG @followlasg

Day Two of the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency Management Retreat, held on Saturday, 24th October 2026, focused on strengthening institutional effectiveness and shaping the Agency’s five-year strategic plan. The session provided an opportunity for the management team to align priorities, reflect on organisational goals, and identify strategic directions to enhance performance and service delivery over the next five years. As the retreat concluded, the commitment remained clear: to strengthen coordination, enhance performance, and advance more effective prevention and response to Domestic and Sexual Violence across Lagos State. #LagosDSVA #SGBVItEndsWithUs #SGBVNotInMyLagos #AGreaterLagosRising #LASG @followlasg

The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) commenced its two-day Management Retreat on 23rd & 24th October 2026, bringing together the management team to review progress, assess priorities, and refine strategic direction. Day 1 featured focused discussions and shared perspectives aimed at improving organisational effectiveness and service delivery. As Lagos DSVA advances its mandate to prevent and respond to Domestic and Sexual Violence, the retreat provides an opportunity to align institutional priorities, promote effective leadership, and reaffirm the Agency’s commitment to delivering impactful services across Lagos State. #LagosDSVA #SGBVItEndsWithUs #SGBVNotInMyLagos #AGreaterLagosRising #LASG @followlasg

FROM PARTICIPANT TO PEER ADVOCATE: THE MULTIPLIER EFFECT OF ONE STUDENT The most powerful way to spread a message is through someone who has learnt it and is ready to share it with others. Following her participation in the launch of the Smart Teens Advocacy Initiative (STAI) on Tuesday, October 20th, 2026, Miss Adikun Esther took the lessons beyond the event, leading a sensitisation session during the morning assembly at Girls Senior High School, Agege, on Thursday, October 22nd, 2026. Using the STAI booklet as a guide, she educated her fellow students on their rights, forms of abuse, relevant laws, key terminologies and available channels for seeking help. This is peer advocacy in action, young people using their voices and knowledge to help other young people recognise abuse, understand their rights and know when to speak up. Through the Smart Teens Advocacy Initiative, Lagos DSVA is empowering teenagers to become active participants in building safer schools and communities. #LagosDSVA #SmartTeensAdvocacyInitiative #SGBVItEndsWithUs #AGreaterLagosRising #LASG @followlasg

THE SURVIVOR’S JOURNEY | EPISODE 3: PRECIOUS’ STORY At just 17, while preparing for her WASSCE, Precious became a mother. What followed was years of physical, emotional, and verbal abuse in a relationship she eventually found the courage to leave. Today, she shares her journey of resilience, finding help through the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA), and her determination to pursue an education and build a better future for herself and her son, whom she proudly calls her greatest achievement. Her story reminds us that our beginnings do not have to define our future. 🎥 Watch Precious’ story now on our YouTube channel. youtu.be/H5jN8pdgOaU Need help? You are not alone. 📞 Toll-free: 0-8000-333-333 💬 WhatsApp: 0812 893 7058 📱 USSD: *6820# (MTN users) 📩 Social Media DM @lagosdsva Subscribe to our channel for more episodes of The Survivor’s Journey, sharing stories of courage, healing and hope. #LagosDSVA #SGBVItEndsWithUs #TheSurvivorsJourney #AGreaterLagosRising #LASG @followlasg

Every teenager deserves to feel safe, understand their rights and know when and how to speak up. Through the Smart Teens Advocacy Initiative (STAI), Lagos DSVA is taking prevention into the classroom, equipping young people with the knowledge and confidence to recognise abuse, establish healthy boundaries, challenge harmful behaviours and support peers who may be experiencing violence. This commitment came to life on October 20th, 2026, when 300+ students across Education District I participated in the launch of the STAI booklet, themed “Stay Safe, Speak Up.” The engagement created an opportunity to turn vital conversations about safety and abuse prevention into practical knowledge students can apply in their daily lives. #LagosDSVA #SGBVItEndsWithUs #SmartTeensAdvocacyInitiative #AGreaterLagosRising #LASG @followlasg

PRESS RELEASE LAGOS DSVA LAUNCHES SMART TEENS ADVOCACY INITIATIVE BOOKLET AS PART OF EFFORTS TO PREVENT SEXUAL AND GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has launched the Smart Teens Advocacy Initiative (STAI) in Education District I to equip adolescents with the knowledge and confidence to recognise, prevent and report Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV). The launch, held on Tuesday, October 20th, 2026, at Girls Senior High School, Agege, brought together 320 students from schools across the district. Themed “Stay Safe, Speak Up,” the initiative promotes personal safety, healthy boundaries, peer advocacy and speaking out against abuse. In her welcome address, the Executive Secretary of DSVA, Mrs. Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, emphasised the importance of empowering young people to protect themselves and support others. She encouraged students to challenge harmful attitudes, promote respect and report abuse without fear of blame or intimidation. She also called on parents, teachers, caregivers and relevant institutions to ensure that children are heard, supported and protected. The Head of the Counselling Unit, Education District I, Dr. Rosanwo, commended the initiative in her goodwill message, urging students to apply the lessons learnt and encouraging the creation of safe school environments where they can confidently seek guidance and report concerns. Delivering the keynote address, “Stay Safe and Speak Up,” the State Coordinator of the Child Protection Network, Mrs. Aderonke Oyelakin, highlighted the importance of recognising unsafe situations, establishing personal boundaries, making informed decisions and staying safe online. She urged students to report abuse to trusted adults and appropriate authorities. A session titled “Breaking the Silence in Our Schools: Preventing Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Through Teen Advocacy,” facilitated by Ms. Bunmi Amosu, addressed physical, sexual, emotional and technology-facilitated abuse. Students were encouraged to challenge bullying, harassment, peer pressure and other harmful behaviours, while promoting respect and healthy relationships. Through the Smart Teens Advocacy Initiative, DSVA continues to advance public enlightenment, child protection and the prevention of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence across Lagos State. #LagosDSVA #SGBVItEndsWithUs #SmartTeensAdvocacyInitiative #AGreaterLagosRising #LASG @followlasg

The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) on Monday, October 19th, 2026, commemorated the International Day of the Boy Child through an engagement with boys from various secondary schools across Lagos State. The event provided a platform to discuss boys’ rights, emotional wellbeing, personal responsibility and the importance of creating safe environments where they can thrive. Through interactive conversations, activities and affirmations, the boys were encouraged to recognise their worth, express their emotions without fear and embrace positive values. Lagos DSVA remains committed to promoting positive masculinity and ensuring that all boys are heard, supported and protected. #LagosDSVA #SGBVItEndsWithUs #InternationalDayOfTheBoyChild2026 #AGreaterLagosRising #LASG @followlasg

His feelings matter! His safety matters! His voice matters! In commemoration of the International Day of the Boy Child, we asked boys to affirm what they deserve, who they are and the values they hope to embody. Their words reflect the importance of raising boys who are safe enough to express themselves and grow into responsible young men. #LagosDSVA #SGBVItEndsWithUs #InternationalDayOfTheBoyChild2026 #AGreaterLagosRising #LASG @followlasg

The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) on Monday, October 19th, 2026, received a delegation from the Lagos State Parastatals Monitoring Office, led by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Parastatals Monitoring, Mr. Babajide Obanikoro, for a working tour and on-site assessment of the Agency’s operations and activities. The visit provided an opportunity to review the Agency’s operations, assess ongoing initiatives and gain deeper insights into its interventions towards preventing and responding to Domestic and Sexual Violence across Lagos State. Lagos DSVA remains steadfast in its commitment to transparency, accountability and effective service delivery, strengthening its interventions and partnerships to ensure that every survivor receives the support and protection they deserve. #LagosDSVA #SGBVItEndsWithUs #SGBVNotInMyLagos #AGreaterLagosRising #LASG @followlasg

Thank you for raising this. The email addresses listed are those of the respective GBV coordinators-in-charge. While Lagos, and a few other states have established statutory agencies dedicated to responding to Gender-Based Violence, many states operate through response teams or departments that are still developing their structures. As such, some do not yet have official email addresses or dedicated websites, so the coordinators’ email addresses are provided to ensure they can be reached regardless. Thank you for your understanding!

The Lagos State Sex Offenders Register has been made publicly available for years now, and it is periodically updated. To check it out, please visit our website lagosdsva.org.

A room full of bright minds, bold voices, and big dreams. 💜🌟 Our International Day of the Girl Child event brought together schoolgirls from across Lagos State for an engaging experience centred on learning, self-expression, and empowerment. From sharing their perspectives to exploring the opportunities and challenges facing girls today, the session reinforced the importance of listening to young girls and including them in conversations that shape their lives. At Lagos DSVA, we remain committed to promoting a society where every girl can pursue her aspirations, exercise her rights, and grow up free from violence and discrimination. #LagosDSVA #SGBVItEndsWithUs #InternationalDayOfTheGirlChild2026 #AGreaterLagosRising #LASG @followlasg

THE SURVIVOR’S JOURNEY | EPISODE 2: PURITY’S STORY In Episode 2 of The Survivor’s Journey, Purity, a survivor of Domestic Violence and a mother of two, shares her journey from abuse and seeking help to finding support at the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA). She recounts how psychosocial support, shelter, empowerment opportunities, and essential relief items helped her navigate a difficult period and begin rebuilding her life. Her story is a reminder that help is available, healing is possible, and no one has to face abuse alone. 🎥 Watch Purity’s story now on YouTube youtu.be/nAx3QitdpjA?si=Jevo… Need help? You are not alone. 📞 Toll-free: 0-8000-333-333 💬 WhatsApp: 0812 893 7058 📱 USSD: *6820# (MTN users) 📩 Social Media DM @lagosdsva Subscribe to our channel for more episodes of The Survivor’s Journey, sharing stories of courage, healing and hope. #LagosDSVA #SGBVItEndsWithUs #TheSurvivorsJourney #AGreaterLagosRising #LASG @followlasg