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NHRC gives Human Rights Media Award to ThisDay Correspondent

Daily Dispatch December 11, 2025

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has given ThisDay correspondent, Michael Olugbode its 2025 Human Rights Media Award. Also awarded in a special recognition marking its 30th Anniversary are Falmata Daniel of Premium Times and Emeka Amafor of TV 360. UNHCR and Dorothy Njemanze

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At 30, NHRC reaffirms commitment to protecting all Nigerians

Daily Dispatch December 8, 2025

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has reaffirmed its dedication to safeguarding the rights of all Nigerians as it marks three decades of advocacy, accountability, and service. Speaking at the NHRC @ 30 Civil Society and Human Rights Defenders Forum and Human Rights Expo, Executive Secretary of the Commission, Dr. Tony Ojukwu highlighted the Commission’s […]

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NHRC, Citizen FM call adherence to human rights principles

Daily Dispatch December 4, 2025

The National Human Rights Commission, in collaboration with Citizen FM, has called for stronger adherence to human rights principles and accountable governance at its 30th national conference on “Proportional Force and Respect for Human Dignity.” The event which was held in Abuja, brought together government institutions, security agencies, civil society, legal

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NHRC announces programmes for 16 days of activism on GBV

Daily Dispatch November 21, 2025

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has announced its plans for the 2025 International 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. The activities which commences on Monday, showed a sweeping nationwide plan and a renewed call for stronger protections for women and girls, as the Commission also marks its 30th anniversary. Addressing journalists at a […]

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NHRC, UNHCR Call for Protection of IDPs’ Rights

Daily Dispatch November 20, 2025

National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in collaboration with the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) calls for the protection of the rights of internally displaced persons and forcibly displaced persons in Nigeria. Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, alongside national and international stakeholders, convened a high-level policy

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NHRC urges border officials to uphold migrants’ human rights and dignity

Daily Dispatch October 14, 2025

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in collaboration with the United Nations Human Rights Office (OHCHR) has called on Nigerian border officials to uphold the human rights and dignity of migrants, stressing that migrants remain among the most vulnerable groups and must be treated with compassion and fairness. The call was made during a High-Level […]