News & Events - National Human Rights Commission

RECOMMIT TO THE PRINCIPLES OF DEMOCRACY, OJUKWU URGES NIGERIANS

The Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission, Dr. Tony Ojukwu, OFR, SAN has called on Nigerians to renew their commitment in strengthening democracy in Nigeria.

GLOBAL DAY OF PARENTS: CHERISH THE VALUE OF PARENTS AND PARENTHOOD-OJUKWU

As Nigeria joins the global community to commemorate the 2024 Global Day of Parents, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) calls on Nigerians to recognize the vital importance of parenthood and its role in providing protection, nurturing, and guidance for children.

CHILDREN’S DAY: NHRC EXPRESSES CONCERN OVER THE INCREASING CASES OF VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF THE CHILD

The Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission NHRC Dr. Tony Ojukwu OFR, SAN. has expressed concern over the alarming and continuous rise in cases of violations of the rights of children across the country.

NHRC ADVOCATES FOR ENHANCED ACCESS TO HOUSING AND SHELTER FOR OLDER PERSONS AT THE 14TH UN-OEWGA IN NEW YORK

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has again reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to protect and promote the rights of older persons, with a particular focus on accessibility, infrastructure, and habitat, including transport and housing.

NHRC CONDEMNS ALLEGED BRUTALITY ON HUMAN RIGHTS ACTIVIST, MAXWELL OPARA

* Calls for Independent Police Investigation

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) condemns in strong terms the the alleged assault on a frontline human rights activist and lawyer, Maxwell Opara Esq. by Jesam Michael Ubi and his cohorts at the Federal High Court premises Abuja on 7th of May, 2024.