By RismadarVoice Media, December 15, 2025
Jennifer Alih, an author has emphasized that collaboration, strategic investments are key factors in preventing, reducing violence in the society.
Alih made this know while speaking at One Year Anniversary/Book Launch titled: From Silence to Strength, in Abuja.
It could be recalled that the country has witnessed a rise in violent incidents, one of which prompted President Bola Tinubu on November 26, 2025 to declare a state of emergency, order the recruitment of additional security personnel.
She explained that violence is not destiny, culture, normal. It’s not inevitable, can be reduced through
courage to confront hard truths.
The Author, a philanthropist, humanitarian leader, social entrepreneur – said the project was driven by alarming statistics which show the prevalence of violence, nationwide.
Statistics tell us that one in three persons will experience violence in their lifetime. Every 10 minutes, someone is killed by someone they know. These are not just numbers, they are sons, daughters, neighbours, friends, parents – they are part of us.
Violence is not destiny, It is not culture. Violence is not normal, It is not inevitable.
“With collaboration, strategic investments, the courage to confront hard truths, violence can be prevented, reduced, ultimately defeated”, she added.
Alih described “From Silence to Strength” and its accompanying programme, The Victoria Show, as a movement, committed to preventing violence.
In his remark at the event, the Deputy Majority Leader of the House of Representatives, Abdullahi Halims, reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment towards tackling insecurity, all forms of violence across the country.
Halims said the government remained committed to addressing the growing insecurity.
He added that the National Assembly was ready to strengthen existing laws.
According to him; “You can see that the government is very determined towards curbing violence, banditry, insecurity”.
The event drew advocates, policymakers, partners, supporters – united by a common message: breaking the cycle of silence is key towards building safer communities.
