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Nigerians should expect more vigour fight for protection of their rights- NHRC
Nigerians should expect more vigour fight for protection of their rights- NHRC
Nigerians have been asked to expert a renewed vigour in the fight to protect their rights by the National Human Rights Council.
This was the promise given by the Chairperson of the Governing Council, Dr. Salamatu Hussaini Suleiman at the ongoing retreat of the Governing Council/Management of the NHRC in Abuja.
She said members of the 5th Governing Council of the National Human Rights Commission recently constituted will take the Commission to the next level as it is ready to prioritize the protection of the rights of Nigerians and non-Nigerians living in the country, as well as the welfare of the staff.
She noted that the Government Council Members are poised to work effectively with stakeholders to ensure that the issue of human rights protection takes the front seat in the country.
She also stressed the need for adequate budgetary allocation to the Commission even as she solicited mutual respect for the decisions and directions of the Commission by the three arms of the Government for the smooth functioning of the Commission.
In his welcome address, the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Tony Ojukwu Esq. declared that the retreat of the Governing Council/Management is designed to give a heads start on the assignment before the newly inaugurated Governing Council Members to ensure that they work effectively with the Management towards making tremendous impacts on human rights protection in Nigeria.
The Chief Human Rights Officer observed that retreat of this nature from time to time will be key to performance improvement for the Council and Management.
According to Ojukwu, “a retreat of this nature is key to understanding the operations of the Commission and setting our priorities right which is inevitable to the smooth and focused operations of the Commission”.
Some of the key issues that will be dealt with in the retreat, the Executive Secretary noted include structure and strategy, institutional and procedural framework, performance improvement and reforms, human rights promotion and agenda setting and other related and sundry issues.
In his keynote remarks, the Chairman of the opening session, Senator Michael Opeyemi Bamidele observed that “as we approach the election year, several human rights challenges will also arise and the Commission must stand on the side of the Constitution to defend the rights of the people”.
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Senator Bamidele who is also the Chairman of Senate Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters said that his Committee has reviewed the enabling Act of the Commission to harmonize it for more effectiveness, adding that very soon the amendment Act will be presented for a 3rd and final reading before passage.
Besides, the lawmaker disclosed that the National Assembly is taking steps to amend the Constitution with regard to incorporating the Commission as a constitutional body and resourcing it through the Human Rights Fund, pointing out that when these initiatives are concluded the Commission will be further entrenched and strengthened legally to fulfill its enabling mandate.
He used the opportunity to commend the Management Staff of the Commission who he noted had performed excellently well in the absence of a Governing Council before the recent inauguration of the 5th Governing Council.
There were several goodwill messages from Legal Aids Council, Attorney General of the Federation, National Judicial Institute, Chief of Defense Staff, Inspector General of Police, Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, Executive Director NANHRI, Country Representative, UNDP, Country Director, MacArthur Foundation, Executive Director, OSIWA, Acting Executive Director, CLEEN Foundation and all were united in their commitment to partner with the Commission to improve human rights protection in Nigeria.
Nigerians should expect more vigour fight for protection of their rights- NHRC
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LAWMAKERS COMMEND NSCDC BOSS FOR LANDMARK ACHIEVEMENTS IN COMBATING ILLEGAL MINING, HARPS ON SUSTAINED ZEST TO CURTAIL ECONOMIC SABOTAGE
LAWMAKERS COMMEND NSCDC BOSS FOR LANDMARK ACHIEVEMENTS IN COMBATING ILLEGAL MINING, HARPS ON SUSTAINED ZEST TO CURTAIL ECONOMIC SABOTAGE
By: Michael Mike
The House of Representative committee on Public Petitions has commended the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Dr Ahmed Audi for numerous achievements made by the NSCDC in ensuring a crime-free mining environment.
The lawmakers expressed their delight in the operational plan of the NSCDC Mining Marshals and the relentless onslaught against economic saboteurs within the mining sector.
“We are impressed with the Mining Marshals’effort to salvage the nation from the hands of thieves and infiltrators”.
While charging the Corps to keep up the good work, the House Committee further requested the Marshals to provide the activity schedule of operations within four weeks.
Representing the NSCDC Commandant General; the Mining Marshals Commander; ACC John Onoja Attah made the presentation and assured the committee of a thorough judicial process and reaffirmed the Corps’ commitment to ensuring the every case is prosecuted diligently and justly at the closure of a thorough investigation.
ACC Attah hinted that the Corps under the Audi led administration had reinvigorated and repositioned the NSCDC to prosecute it’s statutory mandates with due diligence and loyalty.
He said there are no daunting challenges that could outweigh the deliberate commitment made by the Corps to ensure sanctity within the Mining industry.
LAWMAKERS COMMEND NSCDC BOSS FOR LANDMARK ACHIEVEMENTS IN COMBATING ILLEGAL MINING, HARPS ON SUSTAINED ZEST TO CURTAIL ECONOMIC SABOTAGE
NIMC: Modify Your Data on Our Portal or Risk Identity Theft
By: Michael Mike
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has warned against modification of data on the National Identification Number (NIN) from source other than the official NIMC self-service portal, stating that doing this make someone open to identity threat.
A statement on Monday by the Commission’s Head, Corporate Communications, Dr. Kayode Adegoke read:
“The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) wishes to state that in order to ensure the security and integrity of your National Identification Number (NIN) data, modifications can only be done on the official NIMC self-service portal:
Selfservicemodification.nimc.gov.ng
“Do not attempt to modify your NIN data on any unauthorized websites,as this may compromise your personal information and put you at risk of identity theft.
“By using the official NIMC self-service portal, you can be rest assured that your data is secure and protected. You’ll also enjoy the convenience of updating your information from anywhere, at any time.
So,remember:for all your NIN modification needs,click on
Selfservicemodification.nimc.gov.ng.
For further information and inquiries, kindly visit the NIMC website at www.nimc.gov.ng
or send a mail to nimccustomercare@nimc.gov.ng or call the customer care line on 070022556462
“Your security and peace of mind are worth it!
NIMC: Modify Your Data on Our Portal or Risk Identity Theft
IWD: ‘India has highest number of female pilots worldwide. Says Envoy
By: Michael Mike
The Acting India High Commissioner, Ms Vartika Rawat has said that India’s support for women’s empowerment in Nigeria has opened opportunities for women in the country, saying India now has the highest number of female pilots in the world.
She disclosed this while delivering her welcome speech at an event to celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD) which took place at the Indian High Commission in Abuja on Saturday.
She said: “India has the largest number of female pilots in the world. Of the total 11,775 pilots, 1,767 are female, accounting for approximately 15% of the workforce in this rigorous industry. This share exceeds the international average of 5 to 6 per cent”, the envoy said.
She also said women constitute around 36 per cent of India’s IT workforce.
Recalling the efforts made by women to defeat COVID-19 in 2020, Rawat said: “More than 6 million female frontline workers led the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic in India.
“Indian women scientists have shown their strength and determination in developing a COVID vaccine within the shortest possible time. Indian women scientists, again, have been instrumental for the success of India’s mission to the Mars and the moon.
“There are over 1.45 million or 46 per cent women elected representatives in Panchayati Raj Institutions against mandatory representation of 33 per cent.”
She said Indian push for women empowerment focuses on enhancing women’s social, economic and political status, to ensure equality and dignity in society, adding that the government’s efforts included promoting education, healthcare and economic independence, alongside laws addressing gender-based Violence, workplace discrimination and inequality.
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