The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Oyo State Command, has recorded and addressed 231 cases involving sexual and gender-based violence, domestic violence and child protection concerns between January and September 2026.
The cases were handled through the command’s Gender Unit under the leadership of the State Commandant, Augustine Padonu.
According to the command, child placement accounted for the highest number of reported cases, with 78 incidents, followed by child neglect with 27 cases, denial of child access with 22, and child custody disputes with 20 cases.
Other reported incidents included 18 cases of domestic violence, 15 cases of physical assault, 13 rape cases, 10 child abduction cases and seven cases of child abuse.
The command also documented three cases each of child defilement, sexual abuse and child sexual harassment. Other concerns included cyberbullying, battery, emotional assault, threats to life, abandonment and disputes over pregnancy-related responsibilities.
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The commandant also called for stronger collaboration among security agencies, government institutions, healthcare providers, social welfare authorities, civil society organisations and community leaders to tackle the causes of abuse and exploitation.
He further urged parents, guardians, school authorities and community leaders to remain vigilant and take early action whenever abuse, neglect or violence is suspected.
Padonu advised the public to preserve relevant evidence where it is safe to do so and avoid actions that could expose victims to further harm. He also stressed the need to protect survivors’ privacy, maintain confidentiality and avoid victim-blaming or intimidation, particularly in cases involving children.
The NSCDC reiterated its commitment to working with relevant stakeholders to strengthen community safety and ensure that reported cases of violence, abuse and exploitation are addressed in accordance with the law.
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