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NHRC Laments Democracy, Human Rights Threatened by Social, Political, Economic Challenges
NHRC Laments Democracy, Human Rights Threatened by Social, Political, Economic Challenges
By: Michael Mike
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has decried that in Nigeria and elsewhere in the world, there are numerous social, political, economic and conflict related challenges which have adversely affected democracy, peace and human rights, core values that deliver sustainable development and prosperity to all.
Delivering a keynote address at the celebration of Commonwealth Day on Monday in Abuja, the Executive Secretary of NHRC, Dr. Tony Ojukwu while stating that the Commonwealth is a historic platform that promotes democracy, peace and human rights, core values that deliver sustainable development and prosperity to all, lamented that “In many parts of the world today, we are faced with numerous social, political, economic and conflict related challenges which impacts on the attainment of the values which we celebrate here today.”
Ojukwu, who explained that the NHRC organised the commemoration of the Commonwealth Day because it shares in the values and believes of the Commonwealth, said this year’s commemoration with the theme “One Resilient Common Future: Transforming our Commonwealth” creates a moment for reflection by members and citizens of the Commonwealth on the core values of peace, democracy and human rights which are the foundation upon which this very unique institution is built.
He said: “The commemoration also provides the opportunity to recommit ourselves to achieving these ideals and to advance cooperation towards achieving the goal of the Commonwealth – unity, peace, progress and prosperity of nations which recognizes diversity, human dignity and a sustainable future.
“The National Human Rights Commission identifies today with the ideals and purpose of the Commonwealth and join all member states to celebrate the Commonwealth on this special occasion. As Nigeria’s premier National Human Rights Institution, want to use this auspicious occasion to promote one of our main mandates, which is national and international cooperation for the advancement of human rights.”
He said despite climate change, insecurity, undemocratic interferences to hunger, inequalities, conflicts of diverse classifications, among many others with attendant consequences on the enjoyment of human rights, an environment of peace and sustainable development, “in the midst of this gloomy picture, lies a bright hope that coming together as nations and peoples we can chart a course that can bring us to dialogue on ways we can improve upon our society and create an environment that will advance the course of the wellbeing of humanity, this lies at the background of the unique opportunity presented by this event.”
He noted that: “This year’s theme is unique as it focuses on the challenges we face as a people. Building resilience is a developmental imperative through which nations and people drive through common challenge through cooperation and belief. Through resilience we can build a common future that will birth to us the commonwealth of our dreams. This we can achieve through collaborations and mutual support among us in harnessing our unique strengths in facing headlong, the monsters challenging our world. Recognizing the complexities we face; we cannot record success without a coordinated effort in finding lasting solutions to achieve sustainable development goals.”
NHRC Laments Democracy, Human Rights Threatened by Social, Political, Economic Challenges
Two killed, two injured in Plateau mining route ambush
By: Zagazola Makama
Atleast two killed and two others injured in an early morning ambush along a mining route in Rafin Bauna, Jos South Local Government Area of the state, plateau state.
Zagazola Makama was informed by sources that the incident occurred at about 5:20 a.m. on Sunday, June 8, when the victims were reportedly heading to a mining site near the Mai Farin Mota area.
Police sources confirmed that two corpses were discovered at the scene one identified as Kabiru Mohammed, and the other as David Danlami.
Two other victims, identified as Bilal Ibrahim and Ayobene Ahile, sustained varying degrees of gunshot injuries and were immediately evacuated to the Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH) for medical attention.
The police sources said preliminary investigation indicates that the victims were on their way to a mining site when they were ambushed and shot by yet-to-be-identified assailants,” the police said.
The sources further disclosed that a search and combing operation is ongoing in the surrounding bush areas to apprehend the attackers.
Two killed, two injured in Plateau mining route ambush
Police arrest UMCN/GMCN pastors, members over violation of executive order in Taraba
By: Zagazola Makama
The Taraba State Police Command has arrested two pastors and several members of the United Methodist Church of Nigeria/Global Mission Church of Nigeria (UMCN/GMCN) for allegedly violating an executive order banning their religious activities in the state.
The arrest, according to police sources, followed a reported defiance of the state government’s directive ordering the closure of all UMCN/GMCN church premises pending the resolution of leadership and security concerns linked to the factional crisis within the denomination.
A police sources who confirmed the development said the arrests took place at about 4:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 8, at Kasuwan Bera in Kofai Ward, Ardo-Kola Local Government Area.
According to the source, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Sunkani Division led personnel to the church premises based on credible intelligence that members of the banned faction were holding an early morning service in defiance of the closure order.
“Upon arrival, the officers met some GMCN members actively engaged in religious activity. Despite repeated warnings, they defied police directives and were subsequently arrested,” the PPRO said.
The situation escalated when one Rev. Beziel Yayuba Yoila and another unidentified pastor arrived at the scene and allegedly incited members to resist the police.
“The group started pelting officers with stones, prompting the DPO to call for reinforcement from the Department of Operations (DOPS). The reinforcements arrived swiftly, and both Rev. Beziel and the second pastor were arrested,” he said.
Items recovered from the vehicle of Rev. Beziel include a cutlass, a canister of Police Body Guard Tear Gas, and a rearing stick, all of which have been taken into custody for further investigation.
The suspects have since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Jalingo for discreet investigation, the PPRO added.
The Taraba State Government had earlier issued an executive order temporarily shutting down all UMCN/GMCN churches due to protracted leadership disputes and concerns over public safety.
Police arrest UMCN/GMCN pastors, members over violation of executive order in Taraba
NIMC Sets to Commence Ward NIN Enrollment at Ward Level Nationwide
By: Michael Mike
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced that all is ready for the commencement of enrollment into the National Identification Numbers (NINs) at ward level across the country.
This is in furtherance of NIMC’s plan, which has registered no fewer than 120 million Nigerians and given NINs to them, to get all Nigerians enrolled before the end of this year, 2025.
The Commission in a statement by its spokesman, Dr. Kayode Adegoke on Monday, said: “NIMC is set to commence ward-level enrollment across the country, a key component of President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda to strengthen the National Identity System.
NIMC DG/CEO, Engr. (Dr.) Abisoye Coker-Odusote has emphasized that the Commission aims to work with strategic partners to enrol and issue NINs to all Nigerians and legal residents in every ward, ensuring no one is left out.
Meanwhile, the Commission has successfully enrolled and issued National Identification Numbers (NINs) to 59,786 inmates across correctional centres in the country, in collaboration with the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) to ensure inclusivity.
Adegoke said, “This initiative aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, aiming to enrol all Nigerians and legal residents.”
He noted that: “To date, 74% of inmates have been enrolled and issued NINs, with the remaining inmates to be enrolled in the ongoing inmate enrollment. NIMC appreciates the support of the Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Comptroller-General, Mr. Nwakuche Ndidi, and the NCoS management and staff.”
NIMC Sets to Commence Ward NIN Enrollment at Ward Level Nationwide
Two killed, two injured in Plateau mining route ambush
Police arrest UMCN/GMCN pastors, members over violation of executive order in Taraba
NIMC Sets to Commence Ward NIN Enrollment at Ward Level Nationwide
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