Human Rights Hour
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Human Rights Hour
@HumanRightsHour
Human Rights Advocacy || Human Rights Podcast || Human Rights Events & Education * * * * * * * #HumanRightshour
Lagos, Nigeria Katılım Mayıs 2016
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14 Days to Go!
The #ACLE2025 Colloquium is coming to Abuja!
Join educators, students & advocates shaping the future of clinical legal education in Africa.
Venue: Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja
Date: November 6 - 7, 2025
Register now: mailchi.mp/nulai/nulai-al…
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BREAKING: The Tinubu administration must immediately and unconditionally release journalist Omoyele Sowore and other protesters reportedly arbitrarily arrested following a peaceful protest on Monday in Abuja.
No one should ever be arrested simply for peacefully exercising their human rights.
The authorities must immediately release Omoyele Sowore and all the protesters arbitrarily detained and end the violations of protesters' rights.
Peaceful assembly is a fundamental right.
The Nigerian Constitution 1999 [as amended], the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, to which Nigeria is a state party guarantee the rights of everyone to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly.
Nigerian authorities must uphold and ensure the effective enjoyment of these fundamental rights.
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Two Stops, One Mission: Upholding Accountability & Human Dignity
Every visit tells a story, of justice, accountability and the sheer belief that every person deserves dignity even behind police walls.
On September 25, 2025, AWJAI in partnership with @official_acjmc and @Citizen_Gavel, conducted oversight visits to Kuje and Riverpark Police Stations.
The team led by his worship Magistrate Muhammed Munir Sani, focused on ensuring compliance with the law and protecting the rights of detainees.
At Kuje Police Station, one detainee was granted bail on the spot, while three others facing serious charges were directed to be taken to court. The visit revealed commendable compliance, however, the team also observed an inconsistent water supply and the need for improved toilet facilities. Despite these challenges, the station showed initiatives in ensuring detainees' basic needs were met pending planned renovations.
At Riverpark Police Station, there were no detainees in custody at the time of the visit. The station showed full compliance with legal standards, both the environment and the cells were well maintained. (@FCT_PoliceNG, @PoliceNG)
Together these visits underscore one truth: justice thrives when accountability and humanity meet.
At AWJAI, we remain committed to building a justice system where oversight drives reform, and detainees are treated with the dignity the law demands.
#AWJAIImpact #PoliceOversight #Accountability #AccessToJustice #HumanRights #JusticeReform #NigeriaJusticeSystem
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#AfricaHumanRightsDay, 21 October – the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights, known as the Banjul Charter, officially came into force on this day in 1986, establishing the foundation for the African human and peoples’ rights system @achpr_cadhp #AHRDay2025 #AHRDay
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Pardon me? Not all pardons are righteous. Dr. Chidi Odinkalu @ChidiOdinkalu exposes how Nigeria’s presidential mercy mocks justice, and their danger to the rule of law. Read more 👇🏾
awjai.org/presidential-p…
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KNOW THE LAW:
Sec 83 of the Crininal Code, Law of the Federal Republic of Nigeria describes (defines) Affray as a fight in the public place. When two or more people engage in a public fight that can cause disturbance to the public. This simply means affray. Its criminal and punishable under the law. Many commit this offence intentionally or out of ignorance. Take note today and avoid it.
Ire oo.
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🚨 No court order, no action! 🚨
If anyone, even the police, tries to evict you, demolish your home, or seize your property without a court order, it’s not just unfair. It’s unlawful!
💡 If you ever find yourself in such a situation, here's what to do:
✅ Always ask for the court order.
✅ Note the case number.
✅ Contact AWJAI for support.
Your rights are your power, Don’t stay silent!
@hopebehindbar
@Mazi_OJD
@reja_initiative
@Chinaluemmanuel
@citizen_gavel
@HeadfortF
#AWJAI #KnowYourRights #PoliceReform #StopUnlawfulSearch #HumanRights
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Women and girls have the Right to feel safe everywhere and everyday.
Let's speak up more for the SECURITY and SAFETY of Women and girls everywhere.
Cc @Women4PeaceNG
United Nations@UN
Every woman & girl has the right to feel safe everywhere. Governments must invest in preventing gender-based violence, enforce laws, and end impunity. @UN_Women works to create a world where women & girls can live free from fear. unwomen.org/en
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SERAP demands withdrawal of Tinubu’s pardon for convicted politicians vanguardngr.com/2025/10/serap-…
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As Nigerians, We must honestly ramp up our VOICES against the evil of MONETiZATION OF BAIL.
It's a sickening source of revenue for the DPOs.
Anyway, thanks for your Service.
Cc @NextPoliceStory @HumanRightsHour
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The fight against human rights violations and abuses can Never be won if stakeholders don't pool minds and resources to fund the Fight.
FUND THE FIGHT NOW, PEOPLE..!!!
Cc @FundtheFightNow
United Nations Geneva@UNGeneva
Without adequate funds for the human rights system, @volker_turk warns, “grave violations of human rights and international humanitarian law may stay hidden from the world,” effectively giving perpetrators “a free pass”. 🗞️buff.ly/Bt3SHwA
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In Texas, we believe in equal rights under the law for all men, women, & children.
Any legal system that flouts human rights is BANNED in the state of Texas.
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Chief Gani Fawehinmi, the greatest!
Sixteen years ago, we lost this giant to lung cancer strangely, a man who never smoked, yet he was struck down by lung cancer.
Many times, it was revealed that during his brutal detentions, especially under the wicked Babangida regime, his prison cell was doused with unknown chemicals.
Yet, Gani never let darkness stop him until his final breath.
He was fearless, super organized, and different. Beyond defending us as student leaders in court, he made sure we were fed in detention, his wife cooking meals that reached us behind bars. There will never be another like him.
Rest in Power, Chief of Courage!
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Water is a human Right issue and we cannot thank everyone working to resolve issues around this enough.
Happy #WorldWaterWeek!
#WWW
United Nations Geneva@UNGeneva
1️⃣ in 4️⃣ people globally, or 2.2 billion, still lack safely managed drinking water. #SDG6 is not just a goal. It is a moral imperative. This #WWWeek, let us renew our commitment to #WaterAction. buff.ly/l6OVe8o
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