Timi Dakolo, a Nigerian singer
and husband to Busola Dakolo, has started a movement in support of rape
survivors.
His move comes on the heels of
the reaction generated by his wife’s rape allegations against Biodun Fatoyinbo,
pastor of the Common Wealth of Zion (COZA) church.
Apart from the hashtag movement
‘#NotInMyChurch’ aimed at projecting the voice of rape survivors, Dakolo also
established a platform which he says would be committed to helping such victims
heal.
“Because of them, Busola’s story
has sparked a movement called #NotInMyChurch – to help other survivors of sexual
abuse in the church find help, justice and healing. I am grateful to Enough is
Enough Nigeria @eienigeria for helping to drive this movement,” Dakolo wrote on
Instagram.
“Please upload stories about
abuse or rape, especially in the church on notinmychurch.ng and to partner with
or support the work they are doing to help survivors speak out, find help or
get justice, please email info@notinmychurch.ng.
“We can truly make this moment
matter beyond just Busola’s story. She is speaking on behalf of those who
haven’t yet been able to speak, and thousands who have now begin to find their
voices.”
The 38-year-old singer also
expressed gratitude to Nigerians for their support in the massive protest
against the Lagos and Abuja branches of the COZA church, a move which prompted
the stepping down of the alleged offender.
“Busola and I have been
overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, support and most importantly – action,
following her story told on Friday. We thank you, Nigeria. We thank you most
deeply for helping make this moment count,” he said.
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