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The phrase “Stop the violence in Nigeria” on a banner in a man’s hands, with a blurred Nigerian flag in the background.

The proposal to repeal the Vapp Act comes with no placeholder replacements or a clear line of action on what a better version of the laws will look like.

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Nigerians Push Back Against Bill Seeking to Repeal Anti-GBV Law

The bill, which has just passed its second reading at the Nigerian senate, will be a huge blow to efforts aimed at ending sexual and domestic violence and other violent crimes.