Isa Sanusi, country director of Amnesty International Nigeria, says the signing of the ratification of protocol to the African charter on human and peoples’ rights by President Bola Tinubu is a vital step forward for Nigeria.the AU charter on humans and peoples’ rights which include the rights of persons with disabilities , older citizens, and other Nigerians.
In a statement on Wednesday, Sanusi said signing the protocol gives Nigeria the opportunity to engage with other African countries on the need to adopt the law.“The ratification of this Protocol marks a vital step forward to protect the human rights of older people in Nigeria,” he said. “Nigeria has now an opportunity to champion this cause further by engaging with other African states to encourage their ratification of the protocol.“By doing so, Nigeria can help in advancing the rights of older people across the continent, ensuring their dignity and human rights are fully respected, protected and fulfilled.
The Amnesty International country director said there is currently no global treaty on the rights of older people.Advertisement
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