The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Plateau State Chapter, has tasked government at all levels to prioritize rendering a free medical services for gender based violence (GBV) survivors who are vulnerable in the society.

NAWOJ believe that providing access to quality medical care is essential for the recovery and well-being of GBV survivors.
The chairperson of NAWOJ Plateau State Chapter, Grace Akwe Gotip, made the appeal on Wednesday in Jos when she led association members alongside partners to registered two GBV survivors at the Plateau State Specialist Hospital facility for periodic check up.

The initiative is part of activity marking the 16 days of activism against gender-based violence worldwide 2025, titled "end digital violence against women and girls."

Gotip revealed the first case is that of Chidinma Augustine," a survivor of sexual molestation who is five years pregnant as a result of the alleged abuse. The alleged perpetrator, a Lawyer, has refused to take responsibility his actions, leaving Chidinma to face the consequences alone.
"She is the only survivor out of 9 children in her family, and her situation is particularly dire. We kindly request that your facility provide her with immediate medical attention and antenatal care, as well as counselling to overcome the trauma and stress she has endured.

"The second case is that of Justice, survivor of brutal assault by her boyfriend, which resulted damaged to her eye. NAWOJ has been standing by her side during this difficult time, providing emotional support and advocacy.

"We kindly request that your facility provide Justina with routine eye check-ups and care, including treatment and management of any eye- related complications", NAWOJ chairperson appeal.
She also promised that NAWOJ on the Plateau would continue giving voice to the voiceless and justice to those who deserve it to end the circle of gender-based violence in the state.

Underscoring the significance of this year's 2025 theme, the chairman Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Plateau State Council, Comrade Ayuku Pwaspo, acknowledged that we all know what is happening in the digital space globally — not just to women and children, but also to men saying "our digital space is now saturated with misinformation, fake news, and hate speech."

She admitted that any woman out there who is being violated, intimidated, or victimized — this is the time to speak out. "Speak out, even if your voice is shaking. There will always be someone close enough to hear you."
Dr. Saidu Barnabas, chairman medical advisory committee, Plateau Specialist Hospital, promised to do everything possible to ensure Chidimma and Justina they get the best out of their stay in the hospital.

There were goodwill messages from National Human Rights Commission, Plateau Peace Building Agency, National Council for Women Society of Nigeria, Back to the Base Initiative,YIAHVA among others.