LASU research on rape reveals alarming rate of child sexual abuse; others — News — The Guardian Nigeria News – Nigeria and World News

A study conducted by a rape research team from Lagos State University (LASU) in 12 states across six geopolitical zones of the country revealed that childhood sexual abuse is at alarming rates of 35 percent, with data showing that both married and unmarried women have serious experiences of rape. appeared. sexual violence.

The study, titled “Emerging Patterns and Determinants of Rape: A Comparative Study of Rural-Urban Communities in Nigeria,” analyzed data from more than 3,000 women in urban and rural areas across 12 states.

The N34 million study funded by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) shows that there is evidence of childhood sexual abuse, rape among young women, women of reproductive age, older women and marital rape in rural and urban communities.

Vice Rector Academician Prof. The eight-member team, led by Olufunsho Omobitan as Principal Investigator, presented key findings at the national dissemination seminar held at the ACEITSE Conference Hall, Ojo, LASU main campus.

Omobitan said the project promotes interdisciplinary collaboration in the institution by bringing together experts from the departments of Economics, Sociology, Consulting, Geography and Planning.

Additionally, Project Coordinator Prof. conveyed the details of the project. OnipedeWusu stated that the research is important because rape has long-term effects on victims and makes them more vulnerable, and pointed out that more efforts should be made to protect children. in Nigeria.

Therefore, researchers emphasized that the government should design and implement child protection legislation to prevent childhood sexual abuse in communities.

Meanwhile, the Vice Rector of the institution, Prof., saluted the team for this success. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello said their achievements dovetail with the management’s determination to make LASU the best university in West Africa, adding that the success of the team brings the University closer to achieving its goal of becoming a hub for research and innovation.