VAPP Law on Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)

A person who performs Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) or engages another to carry out this circumcision or genital mutilation commits a crime under the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Act, and upon conviction, offenders are liable to a term of up to 4 years imprisonment, a fine of N200,000, or both. #KnowTheVAPPLaw This animation was produced with the support of African Women's Development Fund. Together we can end violence against women and girls! SEXUAL ASSAULTS AND REFERRAL CENTRES HOTLINES IN LAGOS: Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency Contact: +234 9027808297 Mirabel Centre: 07013491769; Women at Risk International Foundation (WARIF): 08092100009 The Cece Yara Child Advocacy Centre: 07007007001; /dera Centre: 08154073831 WARD's Tel. No.: +2348180056401 Website: https://wardcnigeria.org/media/