Women Account For 95% Of Abuse Cases In Kaduna — NHRC

Leadership | 13-05-2026 10:57pm |

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has highlighted a troubling trend in Kaduna State, where approximately 95 percent of abuse complaints filed at its state office are from women. Tengu Gwar, the Kaduna State coordinator for the NHRC, made this announcement during a consultative meeting focused on national issues related to human rights. This statistic underscores the significant prevalence of abuse against women in the region, prompting calls for increased attention and action to address the situation. The NHRC continues to advocate for measures that protect women's rights and promote their safety in Kaduna.

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