The Oyo State Primary Health Care Board in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund, through the Centre for Comprehensive Promotion of Reproductive Health, has organised a one-day capacity-building training to strengthen advocacy for the abandonment of Female Genital Mutilation across the state.
The training held at Plaza De Aruna Hotel in Oyo Town, brought together Medical Officers of Health Health Educators and Monitoring and Evaluation Offices from all 33 local government areas of the state.
A statement released on Thursday, issued by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, made available to journalists in Ibadan, said the training formed part of ongoing efforts to eliminate harmful traditional practices and promote the health and rights of women and girls.
Speaking at the event, the Executive Secretary of the Oyo State Primary Health Care Board, Dr. Muideen Olatunji, represented by the Director of Special Duties, Dr. Abiodun Akeem Akande, reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to ending FGM in Oyo State.
He described FGM as a harmful and outdated practise that must be eradicated through sustained advocacy, community engagement, and strengthened healthcare systems.
Olatunji stressed the vital role of primary healthcare workers, aimed at driving behavioural change at the grassroots level, urging participants to become active advocates against FGM in their respective communities.
He stated, “The training was designed to equip health workers with the knowledge and tools needed to identify, prevent, and respond effectively to cases of FGM and other forms of Gender-Based Violence.
“The programme will strengthen participants’ capacity to implement
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