FIDA Calls for Increased Vigilance to Protect Children from Abuse
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), Rivers State Branch, has urged individuals and institutions to be more vigilant and proactive in safeguarding children, particularly those who are most vulnerable. Vice-Chairperson of FIDA Rivers, Dr. Vivian Akunesiobike, made the call on 18 November during an event in Port Harcourt to mark the World Day for […]
FIDA Rescues Teenager From Abuse
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), Rivers State Branch has rescued a teenage girl, Miss Uchechi Ukoro from her guardian Mrs Benedicta Ezenibe who burned and tortured her. FIDA Vice-Chairperson, Dr. Vivian Akunesiobike, and Mrs. Nneoma Adiele said the organization received a distress call and immediately lodged a formal complaint at the Kala Police […]
FIDA Condemns Child Abuse, Calls for Prosecution of Pastor
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), Rivers State Branch, has condemned the alleged dehumanisation and abuse of children by one Pastor Ifediorah Joseph in Eneka, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, under the guise of “spiritual cleansing.” In a statement on Wednesday, FIDA Rivers described the acts as child abuse, exploitation, and a […]
FIDA Rivers Urges Inclusive Governance, Warns Against Using Youth for Crime
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), Rivers State branch, has called on governments at all levels to run an all-inclusive administration that empowers youths rather than exploiting them for criminal activities. Chairperson of FIDA Rivers, Tamunoibuemi Life-JimGeorge, made the appeal during a community sensitisation outreach at Firisika Polo Marine Base in Port Harcourt Local […]
Customary Court Adjourns for Ruling in Lulu-Briggs Inheritance Dispute
A Customary Court sitting in Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State has adjourned for ruling on a suturari application in the ongoing inheritance dispute between Dr. Seinye Lulu-Briggs, widow of the late High Chief O.B. Lulu-Briggs, and his son, Chief Dumo Lulu-Briggs. Chief Dumo Lulu-Briggs had approached the court in suit DECC/RS/11/2025, seeking a […]
FIDA Urges Children in Remand Home to Embrace Accountability
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), Rivers State chapter, has called on children in custody at the Port Harcourt Remand Home to take full responsibility for their actions and embrace accountability as a path to personal growth and transformation. The call was made during a visit by members of FIDA’s Prison Watch Committee to […]
FIDA Marks Children’s Day with Call to Action for Parents
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), Rivers State branch, has called on parents and guardians to take proactive steps in monitoring and guiding their children to prevent them from engaging in criminal activities that could endanger their future. This appeal was made during the 2025 Children’s Day celebration held at Community Secondary School, Azuabie, […]
FIDA Rivers Seeks Partnerships to Support Vulnerable Groups, Marks 38th Anniversary
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), Rivers State branch, has called for strategic partnerships to sustain its support for vulnerable individuals across the state. Chairperson of FIDA Rivers, Tamunoibuemi Life-JimGeorge, made the call during a sensitization campaign themed “Know Your Rights” for traders at Creek Road Market, Port Harcourt, held as part of activities […]
Death Sentence on Late Osinachi’s Husband, FIDA Sympathises with Children
The Rivers State branch of the International Federation of Women Lawyers has sympathised with the children of late gospel singer Osinachi Nwachukwu as court sentenced her husband Peter Nwachukwu to death by hanging for killing the gospel singer. Speaking with our correspondent, the state FIDA chairperson, Barr Emi George said the judgment is a good […]
Rivers Crisis Splits Families, Says FIDA
A lot of families in Rivers State has been reportedly divided as a result of the current political instability in the state, putting many marriages at the brink of collapse. Since President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in the state, pro and anti protests have sent a signal that the state is not […]
FIDA Rivers Moves to Abolish Obnoxious Traditions in Tai LGA
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), Rivers State Chapter, has vowed to work towards the abolition of certain harmful traditions and laws affecting young women and men in Tai Local Government Area of Rivers State. Chairperson of FIDA Rivers, Emi Life-Jim George, made this known during a sensitization campaign held at Kpite Community in […]
FIDA Rivers celebrates 37 year of litigating for women, children-urges for equal training of boy, girl child
By Tina Amanda International Federation of Women Lawyers FIDA Rivers State, has called on parent, and caregivers to strike a balance in the upbringing of the boy and girl child. The FIDA State Chairperson, Adata Bio-Briggs, stated this while commemorating International Boy Child Day and 37 years of FIDA Rivers promoting and protecting the […]