NHRC Urges Stakeholders to Uphold Rights of Persons With Disabilities

NHRC Urges Stakeholders to Uphold Rights of Persons With Disabilities

By Toffa Momoh, Abuja The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called on stakeholders to strictly adhere to the Human Rights Council Resolution 55/8 in dealing with issues affecting Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). The Executive Secretary of NHRC, Dr. Tony Ojukwu, made the call at a one-day stakeholders' forum on inclusive transport and accessible housing for PWDs in Abuja. Dr. Ojukwu lamented the longstanding marginalization of PWDs in areas such […]

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Int’l Human Rights Day: NHRC Reveres Humanitarian Workers’ Sacrifices, Advocates Collective Action

By Toffa Momoh, Abuja As Nigeria joins the Global Community to commemorate the 2025 International Humanitarian Day, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) pays tribute to the selfless dedication and sacrifices of humanitarian workers worldwide. In a statement to commemorate the day in Abuja Tuesday, Executive Secretary of the Commission Dr. Tony Ojukwu OFR SAN said humanitarian workers are heroes who risk their lives to provide critical assistance to vulnerable […]

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NHRC Receives 331,035 Complaints in July, Highlights Escalating Violence, Human Rights Violations

By Toffa Momoh, Abuja The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has received a staggering 331,035 complaints in July, highlighting the escalating violence and human rights violations across Nigeria. The Executive Secretary of the Commission Dr Tony Ojukwu OFR SAN, disclosed this while presenting the July dashboard and observatory report in Abuja. The complaints received by the NHRC underscore the persistence of systemic problems, including law enforcement issues, human dignity, freedom, […]

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NHRC, Taipei Trade Office in Nigeria Empower Victims of Rights Violations

By Toffa Momoh, Abuja The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) with the support of Taipei Trade Office in Nigeria has empowered 11 indigent victims of human rights violation with a total amount of One Million Naira . The empowerment programme is meant to boost the socio-economic well-being of the beneficiaries, who have been identified and verified by the Commission as those in dire need and are willing to start a […]

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WORLD PRESS FREEDOM DAY 2024: NHRC Vows To Uphold Protection Of Press Freedom In Nigeria

By Toffa Momoh, Abuja The National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, has assured Nigerians of the promotion and protection of their fundamental human rights including right to freedom of expression and the press in all circumstances. In a statement signed by the NHRC'sDirector of Corporate Affairs and External Linkages, Obinna Nwakonye, marking the 2024 World Press Freedom Day, the Executive Secretary of the NHRC, Tony Ojukwu, SAN, reaffirmed the commitment of […]

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NHRC Condemns Killing Of Soldiers In Delta State: Seek Restraint, Prosecution Of Culprits

NHRC Condemns Killing Of Soldiers In Delta State: Seek Restraint, Prosecution Of Culprits By Toffa Momoh, Abuja The National Human Rights Commission, (NHRC), has condemned in strong terms the killing of 16 soldiers (officers and men) and some civilians on Thursday, March 14, 2024. The killings were allegedly carried out by youths from Okuama community in Ugheli South local government area of Delta State while soldiers were on a peace […]

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COMMONWEALTH DAY 2024: NHRC reaffirms commitment to strengthening partnerships towards peaceful, sustainable common future

COMMONWEALTH DAY 2024: NHRC reaffirms commitment to strengthening partnerships towards peaceful, sustainable common future By Toffa Momoh, Abuja The National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, has reaffirmed its commitment in upholding the values of the Commonwealth by enhancing efforts and strengthening partnerships towards a peaceful and sustainable common future. The Commission hampered on strengthening cooperation and collaboration to address global challenges such as poverty, climate change and conflict. The Executive Secretary […]

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