UN
rights chief voiced encouragement over the efforts of newly-elected
President Buhari to “leave no stone unturned to promote the rule of law
and ensure justice and the protection of human rights while countering
terrorism.”
Nevertheless, High Commissioner for Human Rights Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein urged the Government to establish “proper independent inquiries” into alleged violations of international human rights and international humanitarian law by the Nigerian armed forces, including into the “deeply disturbing allegations” that thousands of people have died or been killed while held in detention by State institutions.
Nevertheless, High Commissioner for Human Rights Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein urged the Government to establish “proper independent inquiries” into alleged violations of international human rights and international humanitarian law by the Nigerian armed forces, including into the “deeply disturbing allegations” that thousands of people have died or been killed while held in detention by State institutions.
“Investigations into human rights violations must be conducted in a
transparent manner, in order to inspire confidence and deter further
violations,” the High Commissioner concluded. “This is crucial to ensure
that victims of Boko Haram’s crimes are not doubly victimized by their
own Government.”
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Source:Unic Lagos
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