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IHRC Marks Int’l Women’s Day 2024

Dawid Szablowski — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 08:26:16 +0000

International Human Rights Commission-IHRC in Nigeria Marks 2024 Women’s Day: Invest In Women, Accelerate Progress.

International women’s day is a yearly event that gives us the opportunity to celebrate the impacts and achievements of women, without regard to language, race, or Nationality. It is also a day to express or point out challenges that women are passing through in terms of discrimination, and domestic violence, among others.

To create a sustainable economy and a peaceful society, the International Human Rights Commission-IHRC in Nigeria posits that gender equality is essential.

As we mark the 2024 International Women’s Day, it is a time to celebrate the achievements of women in all areas of life and support the growth and progress of women in our society.

To achieve this progress in every aspect of life, it becomes expedient to invest in gender equality and women’s well-being, to create prosperous economies and a healthy world for all.

This year’s theme for the International Women’s Day celebration, ‘Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress’ calls for joint action from all to invest in Women to promote growth in our world. Supporting women through investments is advantageous for both women and society overall.

Investing in women is both an economic imperative and a human rights issue; it enables women to thrive, which contributes to prosperity and progress.

Importantly, a woman multiples the impact of an investment made in her future by extending benefits to the world around her, creating a better life for her family, and building a stronger community.

We insist that investing in women could take various forms, which may among others be;

Education and Training Programs: a very important way to invest in women is through the girl child education and training. With even a few years of education, women have better economic prospects and better chances of sending their children to school. If girls’ education is improved, they possess improved abilities to make knowledgeable decisions regarding their lives.

Promoting the Rights of Women: The foundation of women’s economic empowerment lies in human rights. Gender inequality persists due to unfair, patriarchal economic systems, and discriminatory social norms hindering women’s access to information, networks, jobs, and assets.

Promoting and guaranteeing the rights of women and girls is a great step in investing in women.

Guaranteeing the placement of financial assets in the possession of women: giving women ownership and control of productive assets increases development, reduces poverty, and reduces inequalities. There is a need to grant women more access to loans, banking, and financial services to fully participate in the economy and its growth.

Supporting Women’s Involvement in Leadership: Women are generally agents of change in their families, communities, and countries. Increasing women’s participation in politics is essential for advancing issues of importance to women, with benefits for all.

Finally in a world facing multiple crises that are putting immense pressure on communities, achieving gender equality is more important than ever.

As well, ensuring women’s rights across all aspects of life is the only way to secure a prosperous and just economy and a healthy planet for future generations.

As we mark International Women’s Day (IWD 2024) let us strive to transform challenges facing women in our generation and time into opportunities in other to shape a better future not only for women but for all.

Reported by the Department of Media and Strategic Communications IHRC Nigeria
Friday 8, 2024

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World Day of Social Justice: IHRC Calls for Renewed Efforts, Building Alliances towards Social Justice

Dawid Szablowski — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 09:39:38 +0000

World Day of Social Justice: IHRC Calls for Renewed Efforts, Building Alliances towards Social Justice

NGA: The World Day of Social Justice observed annually on February 20th, serves as a reminder of the importance of promoting social justice for all. It is an opportunity to raise awareness, foster dialogue, and take collective action to address the root causes of social injustices.
On the occasion of the World Day of Social Justice, the International Human Rights Commission-IHRC emphasizes the importance of bridging gaps and building alliances to promote social justice in Nigeria, Africa, and beyond.

The Commission’s Ambassador-at-Large and Head of Diplomatic Mission in Nigeria, H.E. Ambassador Dr. Duru Hezekiah in a statement made available by his media team, said the day serves as a reminder of the need to address social inequalities, discrimination, and human rights violations, and to work towards creating a more equitable and inclusive society for all individuals.

IHRC recognizes that no single entity can tackle these challenges alone, therefore, it emphasizes the need for collaboration and building alliances among individuals, organizations, and governments.

“It is imperative that we work together to address the systemic injustices that plague our communities and perpetuate inequality. We must strive to create a society where every individual is treated with dignity, respect, and fairness, regardless of their background or circumstances”, he noted.

By standing in solidarity with one another and advocating for the rights of the marginalized and oppressed, we can bring about lasting transformation and create a more just and inclusive society for future generations, “ Because what we do today we do for generations”, he added.

He urged government at all levels, organizations, and institutions to bridge the gaps and build alliances that will empower the people to create a better world for all.

He maintained that the IHRC is ready to collaborate with governments, organizations, and individuals to promote social justice and ensure that every person’s rights are protected and respected.

H.E. Ambassador Dr. Duru Hezekiah

Signed
Fidelis Onakpoma
Head, Media and Strategic Communications IHRC Nigeria

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IHRC Appoints NATCOM DG Adejare, AFARN President Nwokoma, As Commissioners

Dawid Szablowski — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 06:18:03 +0000

… IHRC Appoints NATCOM DG Adejare, and AFARN President Nwokoma, As Commissioners

The Transnational Intergovernmental Organization, International Human Rights Commission-IHRC Switzerland, has appointed the Acting Director-General of the National Commission Against the Proliferation of Arms, Light Weapons and Pipeline Vandalism (NATCOM), Ambassador Adejare Nurundeen Adegbenro and President of the Association of Foreign Airlines and Representatives in Nigeria (AFARN), Dr. Kingsley Nwokoma as Commissioners with immediate effect.

This was contained in a press statement by the Commission’s Ambassador-at-Large and Head of Diplomatic Mission in Nigeria, H.E. Ambassador Dr. Duru Hezekiah, made available by its Head of Media and Strategic Communications Mr. Fidelis Onakpoma at Abuja on Thursday 7 December 2023.

The Ambassador-at-Large said the Secretary-General of the International Human Rights Commission-IHRC Prof. h.c. Rafal Marcin Wasik has long approved their appointments to serve as Commissioners with IHRC following a satisfactory background check on them which came out positive.

Acting Director-General of the National Commission Against the Proliferation of Arms, Light Weapons and Pipeline Vandalism (NATCOM), Ambassador Adejare Nurundeen Adegbenro

He emphasized that the new Commissioners will play a pivotal role in advancing the future of the organization, fostering international collaborations, and providing strategic guidance on matters of global significance. We are confident that their unique insights and expertise will greatly benefit our Organization and help us achieve our global objectives, he added.

Dr. Duru Hezekiah described the appointments as part of the fulfillment of the Secretary-General’s commitment to engendering initiatives on peace and security, democracy, human rights, development, and sustainable economic growth in Nigeria through the IHRC Europe-Africa Cooperation Agenda, adding that Ambassador Adejare Nurundeen and Dr. Kingsley Nwokoma will through their experiences contribute significantly to achieving the Agenda.

While urging the newly appointed Commissioners to be committed to the duties of their offices, he reaffirmed the readiness of the organization to offer intergovernmental platforms for communications, observation missions, and participation in promoting the culture of peace in the discharge of their duties.

President of the Association of Foreign Airlines and Representatives in Nigeria (AFARN), Dr. Kingsley Nwokoma

“IHRC will join forces with the stakeholders and institutions to facilitate a continental approach towards peace and security, democracy, human rights, development, and sustainable economic growth in Africa, where the human rights of people will be fully protected”, he hinted.

Meanwhile, the Commissioners are to be decorated at the IHRC Diplomatic Office Abuja on a disclosable date to be made available soon.

Signed
Fidelis Onakpoma
Head, Media and Strategic Communications IHRC in Nigeria
NGA.07.12.2023

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November 25: IHRC Upholds Actions to Curb Violence Against Women, Girls.

Dawid Szablowski — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 14:18:16 +0000

November 25: IHRC Upholds Actions to Curb Violence Against Women, Girls.

Saturday 25th, 2023
The 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children Campaign is a United Nations campaign, which is held annually from 25 November (International Day for No Violence Against Women) to 10 December (International Human Rights Day).

With this year’s theme “UNITE! Invest to Prevent Violence Against Women and Girls”, the International Human Rights Commission IHRC has reaffirmed its readiness to accelerate actions that prevent violence against women and girls.

This was obtained in a statement by the Commission’s Ambassador at Large and Head of Diplomatic Mission in Nigeria, H.E. Ambassador Dr. Duru Hezekiah, through his Head of Media and Strategic Communications, Fidelis Onakpoma, on Saturday, November 25, 2023.

He said primary prevention could help stop violence against women and girls before it occurs, urging IHRC Officials of the Special Monitoring Mission in Nigeria to share the actions they are taking to create a world free from violence towards women.

He further calls on governments worldwide to share how they are investing in gender-based violence prevention ranging from passing or improving laws, ratifying international conventions, launching public awareness campaigns, providing safe houses or free hotline services and free legal aid to survivors, supporting education programs that address gender stereotypes and violence.

Reported:

Fidelis Onakpoma

Head, Media and Strategic Communications IHRC in Nigeria

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Governor Otti Lauds IHRC’s Back to School Campaign

Dawid Szablowski — Sun, 24 Sep 2023 06:34:03 +0000

September 21, 2023

The Governor, Dr Alex Otti has reiterated his administration’s commitment in consolidating activities that promote sustainable development goals by creating an avenue for youth development, empowerment and educational sustainability programs.

Governor Otti stated this when a delegation from the International Human Rights Commission, IHRC, led by the National Co-ordinator, Special Monitoring Missions, Mr Elijah Echendu paid him a courtesy visit at Government House Umuahia.

The Governor represented by his Chief of Staff, Pastor Caleb Ajagba while enumerating the pivotal roles the education sector in the state is playing in shaping future leaders, innovators and change makers, described the theme for this years International Day of Peace as laudable.

The State Chief Executive while noting that education is not merely a means to acquire knowledge but also a powerful tool for instilling values of peace, empathy and respect within the society, stressed the need for all to partner government in driving policies that prioritize the safety and well-being of students, eradicate cultism, child labour among others.

He further commended the IHRC for being at the forefront of reorientating the mindset of Abia youths against drug peddling and abuse, cultism and involvement in nefarious activities, also promised to partner them in their programs.

In his address, the National Coordinator, Special Monitoring Missions, International Human Rights Commission, Mr Elijah Echendu said the IHRC is a non profit organization that specializes in peace negotiation and humanitarian aids.

Mr Echendu disclosed that they came to intimate the state government on their proposed program tagged “BACK TO SCHOOL CAMPAIGN” specifically designed for schools across the state to help build students with academic programs that will help promote educational qualities, discourage drug abuse and cultism, instill discipline, improve reading culture, discuss and equip them with leadership qualities as well as create an environment for gender equality and justice.

Contributing, the Strategic Communication Officer of the organization, Mr Fidelis Onakpoma disclosed that the campaign will be accompanied by donation of notebooks to students across the 17 LGAs of the state with an implementable network of IHRC Special Monitoring Mission in Nigeria.

He also solicited government’s partnership to enable them carry out the program effectively.

Correspondent Ugochukwu Ahuchogu reports that some top government officials were present during the visit.

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