The event, which was held on Thursday 5th December 2024, endeavored to raise awareness about gender-based violence, promote gender equality, and empower students to advocate for human rights and social justice.

Comrade Atobaje Oluwagbenga David, Regional Volunteers Coordinator for IHRC SMM South West Nigeria, said the students were taught the importance of understanding their fundamental rights.

As he explained, the campaign centered on empowering female students, highlighting their equal capabilities and opportunities alongside their male counterparts.

Moreover, Evangelist Olabiyi Daniel, Lagos State IHRC SMM Program Coordinator, emphasized the importance of recognizing and exercising one’s rights, particularly for women and girls who are disproportionately affected by gender-based violence.

Other IHRC-SMM delegates in attendance included Mrs. Oluchi Ndubusi – Head of All Local Government IHRC-SMM Officials, and Comrade Taiwo Johnson -Media Officer.

Reported:
Fidelis Onakpoma,
Head of Media and Strategic Communications IHRC Nigeria.

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Reverend Prince Gabriel Esiere stated that the church previously reached out to the International Human Rights Commission’s Office regarding a sensitive matter involving two church members whose lives were at risk.

He further stated that due to the Organization’s involvement, bail was secured for the members, and the matter was given the utmost priority.

In response, the IHRC’s Special Monitoring Mission South-South Regional Coordinator, Fidelis Onakpoma, revealed that the International Human Rights Commission is a Transnational Intergovernmental Organization led by Secretary-General Prof Rafał Marcin Wasik, the IHRC World Chairman, and H.E. Ambassador Dr. Duru Hezekiah, Nigeria’s Ambassador-at-Large/Head of Diplomatic Mission.

He said the Organization provides support to victims of human rights violations, conducts fact-finding missions and investigations, and engages in advocacy and diplomatic efforts.

Fidelis, represented at the event by Hon. Dr. Wilson Ekwerekwu, an Official of the International Human Rights Commission-IHRC’s Special Monitoring Mission in Delta State, explained that the Commission’s Special Monitoring Mission entails the deployment of expert teams to specific regions or countries to implement various human rights measures.

He highlighted the activities as to:

1. Monitor human rights situations
2. Investigate allegations of human rights violations
3. Document and report findings
4. Provide recommendations for improvement
5. Engage with local stakeholders, governments, and civil society

According to him, the Special Monitoring Mission’s objectives are to:

1. Gather accurate and unbiased information
2. Identify patterns and trends of human rights abuses
3. Provide early warning systems for potential conflicts or crises
4. Promote accountability and transparency
5. Support capacity-building and technical assistance

He emphasized that IHRC Special Monitoring Mission also plays a crucial role in:

1. Promoting human rights protection
2. Preventing human rights violations
3. Supporting peace and stability
4. Encouraging accountability and justice
5. Empowering local communities and civil society.

In conclusion, he acknowledged the invaluable support of Engr. Elijah Vitus Echendu, National Coordinator of IHRC’s Special Monitoring Mission Nigeria, in the fight against human rights violations, encouraged the church members to report any such incidents to the organization for prompt action.

Reported:
Fidelis Onakpoma 
Head of Media and Strategic Communications, IHRC Nigeria

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On the occasion of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary, H.E. Ambassador Dr. Duru Hezekiah, IHRC’s Ambassador-at-Large and Head of Diplomatic Mission in Nigeria, issued an official statement on Monday in Abuja.

In his remarks, he highlighted that Nigeria is undergoing an economic revival, evidenced by the government’s decisive actions in implementing policies and initiatives aimed at revitalising the economy, boosting employment, and improving the standard of living for all citizens.

“Today we celebrate a significant occasion—the 64th anniversary of our beloved nation’s independence. This day not only reminds us of our past struggles and achievements but also serves as a beacon of hope for our future,” Ambassador Hezekiah stated.

He further emphasised that despite numerous challenges, Nigeria remains a strong and united country, resilient in its diversity, and determined to build a prosperous and sustainable future.

The Ambassador stressed that the nation is gradually recovering and progressing towards realising its full national potential. He highlighted the power of hope, saying, “Hope is our steadfast light in difficult times. Let us hold firmly to that hope.”

In conclusion, he called on President Tinubu to continue his patriotic efforts towards Nigeria’s revitalisation with unwavering resolve. He also encouraged Nigerians to reaffirm their commitment to national unity, peace, and progress.

Reported:
Fidelis Onakpoma 
Head of Media and Strategic Communications, IHRC Nigeria

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Nigeria: As part of activities marking the working visit by the South-South Regional Coordinator of the Special Monitoring Mission of the International Human Rights Commission (SMM IHRC), Fidelis Onakpoma to Port-Harcourt Rivers State, a courtesy call visit to the Rivers State Commissioner of Police, CP. Polycarp Nwonyi Emeka (PhD), was made at the State Command Headquarters, Port-Harcourt.

The visit was accompanied by SMM Officials in Rivers State; Apostle Prof. Ikezahu Osagie Success alongside Pastor Victor Erhabor and Pastor Lucky Ehikhoya. It was an avenue to familiarize and intimate the CP about the scope of work and objectives of IHRC, emphasizing possible avenues of collaboration between the Nigeria Police Force Rivers State Command and the International Human Rights Commission in Rivers State, such that will be of great support to combating crimes and protecting human rights.

In the response of the Police Commissioner, CP P.N. Emeka acknowledged the visit, and maintained that fighting crimes or maintaining a culture of peace is everybody’s responsibility.

He stressed that IHRC is a Stakeholder and would be given every support and cooperation of the Police in carrying out their activities in Rivers State.

Meanwhile, Fidelis also noted that the Organization should soon visit the Command in no-distance time for further information sharing.

Reported
Apostle Prof. Ikezahu Osagie Success
SMM IHRC, Rivers State.

Editorial:
Fidelis Onakpoma
IHRC Editor-in-Chief Worldwide.
July 27, 2023

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Nigeria: The South-South Regional Volunteers Coordinator (RVC), Special Monitoring Mission of the International Human Rights Commission (SMM IHRC), Fidelis Onakpoma pays a working visit to Port-Harcourt Rivers State.

Fidelis who arrived in Port Harcourt on Tuesday 25th July 2023, held a consultative meeting with the proposed leaders of the Organization, stating that activities and impact of the Special Monitoring Mission in Rivers State were limited as Volunteers weren’t properly educated about the scope of work of IHRC.

While conveying the greetings of the National Coordinator Comrade Elijah Vitus Echendu, he noted that the Special Monitoring Mission of the International Human Rights Commission is specifically designed to pilot the affairs of Volunteers worldwide.

He maintained that IHRC is a Transnational Intergovernmental Organization with Diplomatic Representation by the Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs of the European Commission, headquartered in Zurich Switzerland, and Nigeria Central Office at 9 Cotonou Crescent Wuse Zone 6 FCT Abuja.

“We are committed to promoting peace negotiation and humanitarian aid, working closely with state authorities across the globe to restore human rights and address humanitarian crises. More about us can be found on our official website at www.ihrchq.org”, he asserted.

Just like Rivers State, other States in the Southern Region would be visited and properly guided on how to go about their activities”.

“With this visit, I hope to be able to achieve formulation of SMM leadership, work plan, and harmonization of partnerships with respective government agencies to achieve the goal of our Organization in Rivers State”, he added.

He emphasized that Apostle Prof. Ikezahu Osagie Success (PhD.) who’s also the Founder and Director of Harmon Int’l Chaplain Corps Academy, has proven reliable and would not hesitate to approve his nomination for the position of the Acting State Coordinator pending when his antecedents will unsolicitedly earn him the Official Zonal Volunteers Coordinator (ZVC) for Rivers State.

He charged him to bring in his expertise and diligence with submission to IHRC organizational structures as he takes the lead of the Special Monitoring Mission of the International Human Rights Commission activities in Rivers State.

The meeting was held at Swat Lux Hotel Woji Estate in Port-Harcourt Rivers State, with Hon. Dr. Wilson Ekwerekwu, Apostle Prof. Ikezahu Osagie Success (PhD.), Pst. Victor Erhabor, Pst. Lucky Ehikhoya, Prophet, and Evang. (Mrs.) Cyril Edah Efe is in attendance.

Reported
Fidelis Onakpoma
South-South RVC, SMM IHRC, Nigeria.

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