In a press release dated November 6, 2024, the International Human Rights Commission – Relief Fund Trust (IHRC-RFT) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to pardon 119 individuals detained in connection with the August 1 protests in Kano and Kaduna States. This act of clemency aligns with the fundamental principles of fairness and second chances, as enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) and the Nigerian Constitution.

IHRC RFT Country Director for Nigeria, Abdullahi Bakoji Adamu confirmed that the High Council Team of the IHRC RFT is committed to advocating for human rights, promoting judicial independence, and strengthening Nigeria’s adherence to the UDHR and national constitutional values.