Executive Secretary National Human Rights Commission, Tony Ojukwu Esq has commended President Muhammadu Buhari for signing into law “The Not Too Young to Run Bill”.
The Not Too Young to Run Bill seeks to alter relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) to reduce the age qualification for contesting political office in Nigeria.
The Netherlands Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency Robert Petri has pledged the support of his country in the implementation of the recommendation of the 2013 Universal Periodic Review to enhance the enjoyment of human rights in Nigeria.
The Ambassador who stated this during a courtesy call to the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) said he is in the Commission to intensify cooperation already established by President Muhammadu Buhari during his recent visit to the Netherlands.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has urged the United Nations to support efforts of the Nigerian government in establishing counter terrorism mechanisms to curb the spread of insurgency particularly in the North East.
The Executive Secretary of the Commission, Tony Ojukwu Esq made this call in Abuja when he received a UN delegation on a working visit to the Commission.
According to the Executive Secretary, establishing counter terrorism mechanisms will not only help Nigeria track the network of the insurgents but will also assist the Military and other security agencies with adequate information and strategies required to overcome insurgency in the country.
