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Senate Confirms Suleiman, 10 Others As NHRC Board Members
The Senate has confirmed Dr. Salamatu Husaini Suleiman as Chairman of the Board of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), alongside 10 members.
The affirmation adopted the consideration of a report by the Senate Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters, which endorsed the nominees as certified and appropriate for appointment.
Presenting the report, Senator Adegbonmire Adeniyi mentioned the committee unanimously accredited the nominees, stressing the significance of strengthening human rights safety in Nigeria.
He described human rights as basic to human existence, transcending geographical boundaries and political affiliations, whereas commending President Bola Tinubu for appointing what he known as women and men of substance to the fee.
The confirmed members are Huwaila Muhammad Ibrahim, Edmund Chinonye Obiagwu SAN, Ogunji Chidozie Kingsley, Oluwakemi Asiwaju-Okenyodo, Professor Adedeji Adekunle, Ayo Adewuyi, Muhammad Adelodun, Eze Anaba, Maupe Ogun-Yusuf and Patience Patrick Udoh.
Congratulating the chairman and members after their affirmation, Senate President Godswill Akpabio wished them success of their new roles.
The NHRC is remitted to advertise and shield human rights in Nigeria, examine complaints of violations and advance respect for basic freedoms.
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