A-Ibom Assembly Proposes Free Medical Treatment For Rape Victims
August 14, 2020
7:44 am
The Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, on Thursday plenary, proposed a free medical and compulsory health care for rape victims in the State.
The house made the proposal following a bill presented by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Felicia Bassey.
Buttressing her points, Hon. Bassey, said the bill when passed will facilitate access to medical services by rape victims and also aid in the validation of rape cases.
She added that the free medical treatment proposed in the bill will encourage rape victims to speak up and seek needed help, as it will be easy for victims to …
