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NHRC Raises Alarm Over Early Marriage, Low Female Representation on International Women’s Day

Daily Dispatch March 8, 2026

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has warned that persistent early and forced marriages, low female participation in governance and rising cases of gender-based violence continue to threaten the rights and wellbeing of women and girls in Nigeria. The alarm was raised by the Executive

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Reps Hearing: Ojukwu, Stakeholders Push for Stronger NHRC, Legal Shield for Human Rights Defenders

Daily Dispatch March 4, 2026

A coalition of government officials, lawmakers and civil society leaders have rallied behind sweeping reforms to strengthen Nigeria’s human rights architecture, as the House of Representatives held a public hearing on two key bills aimed at reinforcing the mandate and independence of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC). At the centre of deliberations were the […]

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NHRC condemns forced evictions in Lagos

Daily Dispatch January 28, 2026

…raises alarm over sit-at-home enforcement in Anambra The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has voiced serious concerns over recent forced evictions in Lagos State and the enforcement of sit-at-home directives in Anambra State, warning that both actions threaten citizens’ fundamental rights. Executive Secretary of the Commission. Dr. Tony Ojukwu expressed alarm

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NHRC condemns killing of woman, six children in Kano

Daily Dispatch January 21, 2026

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has condemned the brutal killing of Mrs. Fatima Abubakar and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters, Kano State, describing the incident as a gross violation of the right to life and an attack on human dignity. The tragic incident, which occurred on Saturday, January 17, 2026, reportedly involved […]

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Food Security is a Critical Human Rights Issue- NHRC

Daily Dispatch December 16, 2025

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), in partnership with the Thelema Lion Foundation, has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting women and vulnerable communities, emphasizing that food security is a critical human rights issue. This statement was made by the Executive Secretary of NHRC, Dr. Tony Ojukwu, at the 4th Annual Seminar on Zero Hunger and […]

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A Nation in Distress: NHRC’s November Report Tells a Grim Story

Daily Dispatch December 16, 2025

…Receives 422,942 Complaints in November Alone The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has expressed grave concern over the worsening security situation and escalating human rights violations across Nigeria, disclosing that it received a staggering 422,942 complaints in November 2025 alone. The Executive Secretary of the Commission, Dr. Tony Ojukwu, revealed this on