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NHRC Advocates Improved Housing Access For Elderly Individuals At UN Assembly” Reported On May 23, 2024 By Pache Chiedozie
NHRC Advocates Improved Housing Access For Elderly Individuals At UN Assembly” Reported On May 23, 2024 By Pache Chiedozie....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has reiterated its steadfast dedication to safeguarding and advancing the rights of elderly individuals, emphasizing enhanced accessibility to infrastructure and housing, including transportation………CONTINUE READING
Dr. Tony Ojukwu, SAN, the Executive Secretary of NHRC, reaffirmed this commitment at the 14th Session of the Open-Ended Working Group on Ageing (OEWGA) held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The statement was conveyed by Obinna Nwakonye, the Director of Corporate Affairs and External Linkages at the Commission.
Representatives from various countries, along with approximately 35 National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) and 70 Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) worldwide, participated in the assembly.
NHRC has proposed the advancement towards an internationally binding document aimed at safeguarding the rights of elderly individuals, urging for the recommendation’s prompt submission to the UN General Assembly for consideration.
Ojukwu informed the assembly that Nigeria has established robust mechanisms to address and rectify violations of elderly individuals’ rights. He emphasized the NHRC’s mandate, which includes handling all issues pertaining to the promotion and protection of human rights as guaranteed by Nigeria’s Constitution and international human rights treaties.
Specifically, Ojukwu highlighted the NHRC’s authority under Sub-section 6(j) to receive and investigate complaints regarding human rights violations and make appropriate determinations.
In facilitating redress for elderly individuals, Ojukwu revealed that NHRC has established a dedicated department for vulnerable groups, including the elderly. This department, staffed by specially trained personnel, is responsible for receiving, investigating, and resolving complaints from elderly individuals and other vulnerable populations.
Furthermore, Ojukwu emphasized Nigeria’s judicial system’s readiness to adjudicate civil, criminal, and human rights cases, including those concerning elderly individuals’ rights, across all states and the Federal Capital Territory.
He noted substantial progress in national-level data collection on elderly individuals’ rights to accessibility, infrastructure, and housing, citing the Nigeria Living Standards Survey (NLSS) 2019 conducted by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) and the establishment of the National Senior Citizens Centre.
Ojukwu announced plans for a multi-indicator survey specifically targeting elderly individuals to better address their needs, in collaboration with NBS and the National Population Commission.
He urged the immediate commencement of drafting a UN Convention dedicated to the rights of elderly individuals, stressing the importance of full participation from elderly individuals, their representative organizations, CSOs, and NHRIs in the process.
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BROKEN SHIELD: VeryDarkMan Targeted By Police Inquiry After Launching Explosive Attack On AIG Moshood Jimoh.
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The Nigeria Police Force has acknowledged summoning social media influencer Martins Vincent Otse (VeryDarkMan) to back up claims he leveled against AIG Moshood Jimoh (Zone 2, Lagos).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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An administrative review has also led the Force to summon AIG Jimoh for questioning by the Assistant Inspector-General of Police overseeing the Force Criminal Investigation Department.
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VeryDarkMan’s accusations stemmed from a video concerning the death of Sheriff Salami, where he challenged AIG Jimoh over alleged conspiracies to frame businessman Ahmed Tajudeen Akanbi for murder.
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According to a statement issued on Tuesday by Force Public Relations Officer CSP Ani Iniedu, the underlying criminal case has already been investigated, received legal advice from the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP), and is currently pending before a competent court.
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Stressing that the case is sub judice, the police emphasized that they refuse to handle the trial through media commentary or allow public campaigns to influence the outcome.
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The Force CID in Abuja officially invited Otse on July 30, 2026, requesting his physical presence in Abuja to provide evidence substantiating his public claims.
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Highlighting its dedication to probing all credible misconduct allegations regardless of rank or public status, the police noted that internal discipline follows uniform guidelines under the Constitution, the Police Act 2020, regulations, and administrative procedures.
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While acknowledging citizens’ constitutional rights to free speech and institutional accountability, the Force cautioned that these rights do not protect defamation or unverified allegations designed to bypass due process.
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The police stated they may pursue legal remedies if claims are proven false and maliciously intended to tarnish the reputation of the institution or its officers.
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Ultimately, the police advised Otse to respect the Force CID invitation, cooperate with the administrative review, let the judicial proceedings unfold without interference, and utilize official oversight mechanisms for any grievances.
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TERROR AT THE GATES: Bandits Strike Former Governor Ortom’s Backyard, Leave Four Dead!.
At least four people have been killed and several others injured in an overnight attack on Abaushwa community in the Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. The assailants, suspected to be bandits, reportedly stormed the community around midnight on Monday, breaking into homes and killing residents as they slept.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Abaushwa is the hometown of the immediate past governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom.
Community sources and local officials have condemned the attack, describing it as unprovoked and barbaric. Dr. Frank Kyungun, a prominent indigene who visited the scene with the former governor, stated that the attack was carried out by armed herdsmen. He emphasized that the community had been making efforts to avoid conflict, including voluntarily refraining from consuming beef, yet they continue to be targeted.
The Chairman of Guma LGA, Morris Orwough, has called for calm, noting that security personnel have been deployed to the area to restore peace and prevent further violence.
The Benue State Police Command has confirmed the incident. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Peter Aondona, stated that investigations are ongoing to apprehend the perpetrators and bring them to justice. Search efforts are also continuing for several residents who are still missing following the attack.
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MILLIONAIRE TO HEARTBREAK: Popular Streamer Peller Cries Out After Discovering Millions Sprayed At Wedding Were Completely Fake!.
Popular Nigerian content creator Peller has revealed that he was handed counterfeit U.S. dollars during his traditional wedding ceremony to fellow creator Jarvis.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a viral video discussing the gifts received at the event, Peller shared that while the Nigerian Naira he received was authentic, the dollars turned out to be fake. He admitted to initially feeling like a millionaire and even recording a video celebrating his wealth, only to discover the truth when he attempted to exchange the currency at the bank.
Expressing his frustration over the incident, Peller noted that he recognizes the individuals who gifted him genuine Naira, but questioned the pressure behind the cultural practice of spraying money at events, asking, “Is it by force to spray money?”
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