Dr Tony Ojukwu, SAN, Executive Secretary,National Human Rights Commission says torture is a grave violation of human rights that has no place in any civilised society.
” It is instructive to mention that on July 27, 2009, Nigeria became a Party to the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture committing to establishing a National Preventive Mechanism to prevent torture and ill-treatment in places of deprivation of liberty ” he said. ” This strategic meeting on prevention of torture in Nigeria represents a critical step towards fulfilling Nigeria ‘s commitments under the OPCAT and enhancing the protection of human rights in places of deprivation of liberty.
Joining through virtual representations Abdallah Ounnir, Head Africa Regional Team and Country Rapporteur for Nigeria- United Nations Subcommittee on Prevention of Torture expressed his joy on formation of NPM.Similarly , by virtual representation, Ms Lisa Henry, Secretary General , International Rehabilitation Council for Torture Victims said NPM was a recommendation to the government of Nigeria.
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