The Lagos State Government has launched a pioneering Religious Pre-Marital Counselling Online Course targeting pastors, imams, and faith-based marriage counsellors. This innovative initiative aims to provide these leaders with practical tools designed to assist couples in establishing healthier, violence-free marriages, a commitment to improving family dynamics and reducing domestic violence. The statement from the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency emphasizes the importance of equipping faith leaders, who often guide couples during marriage preparations traditionally held in churches and mosques.

The initiative is rooted in the recognition of the significant influence that religious leaders have in their communities regarding marriage preparation. By providing structured knowledge that integrates faith-based insights and contemporary relationship education, the course seeks to empower these counsellors. It aims to develop skills in communication, respect, and accountability, essential elements required for cultivating strong marital partnerships.

Furthermore, this course represents a proactive approach to preventing domestic violence and promoting stability within families, thereby strengthening the foundations of marriages before they even begin. The involvement of counsellors in this framework can lead to a positive ripple effect throughout the community, ensuring that couples are better prepared to handle challenges within their marriages, ultimately leading to healthier family dynamics.