NHRC seeks stiff legislation to ban cultism in schools

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The National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, on Friday, advocated for the enactment of strict legislations that would ban cultism in all the institutions of learning in the country.

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He stressed that activities of the cult groups, rooted in violence, intimidation, criminal behavior and other bizarre and illegal activities, not only pose grave threat to peace and security, but also pose a significant challenge to the enjoyment of fundamental human rights in the affected communities.

“Cult-related violence leads to loss of innocent lives, shattered families and devastated communities as cultists operate with impunity,” he added. “The cycle of violence perpetuated by cultism erodes trust and undermines the right to a secure and peaceful society.

 

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