Nigerians Sign Petition, Demands Accountability for Sexual Harassment at UNILAG
Nigerians have launched and signed a petition demanding accountability for sexual harassment cases at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos (UNILAG). A petition has been created and signed by concerned citizens, urging the university authorities to take a stronger stance against sexual assault cases within the institution.
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Nigerians have launched and signed a petition demanding accountability for sexual harassment cases at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos (UNILAG).
This follows recent allegations of sexual assault within the College of Medicine and the broader university community.
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MySchoolnews previously reported that these incidents have sparked widespread outrage and discussions online, with netizens expressing disappointment in the university authorities and their perceived leniency in handling such cases.
A petition has been created and signed by concerned citizens, urging the university authorities to take a stronger stance against sexual assault cases within the institution. The movement is circulating on social media, with the petition aiming to fundamentally change the consequences for sexual assault perpetrators at the university.
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The petition calls for the withholding of professional licenses from students found guilty of sexual assault, urging the institution to implement effective punishments and prevent these individuals from entering the healthcare profession.
A spokesperson for the movement stated, "We request the University Authorities revise the disciplinary measures against proven offenders. A step to consider is withholding the licenses of students found guilty of such gross misconduct after facing the disciplinary panel. This stringent penalty will not only function as a robust deterrent but also enforce the ethical behavior that medical practitioners must uphold."
Established anti-violence organizations such as LagosDVSA (Lagos Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency) and WARDC have endorsed this initiative, providing credibility and resources to support the cause.
