The National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), under the Office of the National Security Adviser, has reported that terrorist groups in Nigeria are increasingly exploiting young girls for suicide missions and segxwal slavery. Major-General Adamu Laka, the NCTC's national coordinator, highlighted this issue during the launch of a Technical Assistance Project in Abuja on November 20, 2024.
The project aims to promote and support the rights and needs of terrorism victims by implementing model legislative provisions. Major-General Laka emphasized the disproportionate impact of terrorism on women, children, and youth, noting that many have been abducted, forcibly trained to fight, used in suicide missions, and exploited as sex slaves, leaving survivors with deep trauma and stigmatization.
In response to these challenges, the Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to ensuring justice for victims of terrorism. The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Chief Lateef Fagbemi, expressed this commitment during the launch of the Model Legal Provisions for Victims of Terrorism at the NCTC in Abuja. He emphasized the importance of addressing the needs of victims, acknowledging the suffering, loss, and trauma caused by terrorism, and affirmed the government's dedication to upholding the rights of victims and ensuring justice
“Our women, children, and youth have been disproportionately affected over the years. We have seen children abducted and forcibly trained to fight, young girls used in su!cide missions and exploited as sex slaves, and survivors left with deep scars of trauma and stigmatisation,” Laka stated.
“Tragically, children born out of forced marriages often face rejection and isolation. The case of the Chibok girls and other similar abductions serve as grim reminders of the enduring impact of terrorism on our society.
“These tragic events have shattered families and left entire communities grappling with fear, loss and a deep sense of insecurity
“Beyond the immediate victims, the ripple effects are felt in the displacement of populations, the disruption of education, and the breakdown of social cohesion.
“Against this backdrop, today’s launch of the Model Legislative Provisions Project to Support the Needs and Protect the Rights of Victims and Survivors of Terrorism marks a significant step forward.
“The Model Legislative Provisions reflects the strength of our partnership with the UNOCT and UNODC and aligns with our common vision of building Nigeria’s capacity to prevent, detect, investigate and prosecute terrorist offences while ensuring robust support for victims,” the senior military officer added.
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