The group Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ) has called for justice and accountability following the sexual assaults that occurred during a public festival in Ozoro, Delta State, on March 19. The incident, which was captured in viral videos showing men attacking women, has ignited outrage and highlighted ongoing issues regarding gender-based violence in Nigerian society.

WIMBIZ issued a strong statement condemning these violent acts and emphasized the need for protective measures to ensure the safety, dignity, and rights of women and girls. They assert that such incidents reflect deeper societal issues that allow for the continuation of violence against women and demand urgent interventions from authorities to safeguard victims and prevent future occurrences.

The responses from public organizations like WIMBIZ are crucial in fostering a discourse on cultural practices that may contribute to violence against women. As the calls for justice grow, it signals a significant shift towards demanding accountability and support for the victims, thereby potentially influencing policy and societal attitudes towards gender-based violence in Nigeria.