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Nigeria’s Human Rights Violations Reporting Receives Global Accolade

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Nigeria’s Human Rights Violations Reporting Receives Global Accolade

By: Michael Mike

The Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Dr. Tony Ojukwu has said Nigeria’s human rights violations reporting has received global commendation.

Ojukwu made this known during the 4th edition of the monthly dashboard on human rights held at the Commission’s headquarters at the weekend, where he emphasized Nigeria’s significant role in the global discourse on human rights.

The Executive Secretary, who just arrived from Geneva, Switzerland after the just concluded Annual General Meeting of the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI) said: “All eyes and ears were on Nigeria when we were sharing our experiences.”

Ojukwu, while highlighting the attention drawn by the Commission’s reports, said the Commission has been vocal on violations of human rights issues, adding that: “Everyone is impressed with the report emanating from the dashboard and the international community awaits the monthly report that we make public”

Ojukwu extended gratitude to the media for their pivotal role in disseminating these reports to the public. He emphasized that the dashboard serves not only to illustrate the human rights situation but also as a gauge of progress towards realizing the rights of all individuals in Nigeria.

However, in the presentation of the April dashboard, Mr. Hillary Ogbonna, Senior Human Rights Adviser to the Executive Secretary, highlighted a concerning rise in human rights violation recorded in April. He cited instances of mass killings, attacks on press freedom and unlawful detention of journalists, violence against children, cultism and the impact of economic reforms on the enjoyment of human rights.

The monthly dashboard, Ogbonna emphasized is integral to the Commission’s mandate of real-time monitoring, investigation, and reporting on human rights nationwide.

Also speaking at the event was the Project Officer Rule of Law on Human Rights with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), Nkechi Enubiaka, who said “as we continue our journey towards a just and equitable Nigeria, we remain grateful for the invaluable partnership with the NHRC and look forward to further strengthening of our collaboration for the advancement of human rights and sustainable development.”

On her part, Political and Development Adviser of the Royal Norwegian Embassy,
Queen Esther Iroanusi,, urged the Commission to not only document violations but also address the challenges encountered in fulfilling their mandate.

Nigeria’s Human Rights Violations Reporting Receives Global Accolade

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Ifelodun LG imposes 24 hour curfew across Oro-Ago District for clearance operation

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Ifelodun LG imposes 24 hour curfew across Oro-Ago District for clearance operation

By: Bodunrin Kayode

A 24 hour curfew has been imposed on the entire Oro- ago District of Ifelodun council Area, Chairman Abdulrasheed Yusuf said in a statement recently.

The curfew which took effect from 6 am on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, was imposed in a coordinated effort by the council in conjunction with security agencies to put terrorists in disarray, take them out by combing the area and protecting lives and property of residents.

The statement signed by Abdulquadri Jimba who is the Chief Press Secretary to the Chairman, Ifelodun council area noted that “Within this period, there will be no human or vehicular traffic in the entire district.

“This is in support of the ongoing security clearance operation in the area. Further reviews of this measure will be communicated,” the statement noted.

Ifelodun LG imposes 24 hour curfew across Oro-Ago District for clearance operation

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VP Shettima Arrives Tudun Biri, Kaduna State

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VP Shettima Arrives Tudun Biri, Kaduna State

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Vice President Kashim Shettima arrived a while ago in Tudun Biri, Kaduna State, for the commissioning ceremony of key projects under the Resettlement Scheme for Persons Impacted by Conflict (RSPIC).

The event is being attended by the Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani; the Deputy Governor, Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe; and the Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Senator Ibrahim Hadejia. Also present are members of the National Assembly, state legislators, members of the Kaduna State Executive Council, traditional rulers and other dignitaries.

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FROM VISION TO REALITY: THE PROMISE OF PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU TO THE TUDUN BIRI COMMUNITY

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FROM VISION TO REALITY: THE PROMISE OF PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU TO THE TUDUN BIRI COMMUNITY

In July 2024, these images captured a moment of intent; the laying of foundations for the rebuilding and resettlement of Tudun Biri by Vice President Kashim Shettima, GCON.

Today, the vision has taken shape. What began as a commitment under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda now stands as a living testament to leadership that keeps faith with its people.

This journey is proof that Renewed Hope is not a slogan, but a responsibility honoured.

FROM VISION TO REALITY: THE PROMISE OF PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU TO THE TUDUN BIRI COMMUNITY

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