IHRC Writes the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights to Release Statement on the Nigerian Senator Suspended Illegally for Alleging Sexual Harassment
In a shocking move, the Nigerian Senate has suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months after she alleged sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. This drastic measure has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation from human rights organizations and Nigerians alike. According to reports, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended for violating the Senate Standing Rules, despite her allegations of sexual harassment against the Senate President. The International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) has strongly condemned this move, calling it a blatant attempt to silence a woman who has shown remarkable courage in speaking out against injustice. The IHRC has demanded that the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights take immediate action to address this egregious injustice. Ambassador Dr. Tivlumun Innocent Ahure, Head of Delegation (Africa) has contacted the UN calling for an official statement condemning the Nigerian Senate’s actions and urging the immediate reinstatement of Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan. Additionally, Dr. Ahure is demanding sanctions against Senate President Godswill Akpabio for his role in perpetuating this injustice. Many Nigerians have taken to social media to express their outrage and solidarity with Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan. Some have called for the Senate President to resign, while others have demanded a thorough investigation into the allegations. As the world watches, it is clear that this is not just a Nigerian issue, but a global call to action to protect women’s rights and ensure that their voices are heard. The Nigerian Senate’s actions have sent a chilling message to women everywhere: that their voices will be silenced, and their allegations ignored. But the IHRC and Nigerians are refusing to stay silent. They are demanding justice for Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan and for all women who have faced similar persecution.
International Women’s Day 2026: Empowering Women in Africa and particularly in the Republic of Congo
Ambassador Dr. Tivlumun Innocent Ahure, Head of Delegation (Africa) of the IHRC has appraised the International Women’s Day event held in the Congo Brazzaville focusing on the empowerment of women in Africa and in the Republic of Congo. This grants the IHRC a place in the roll call of world organizations that continue to address the challenges and opportunities facing women in the African continent. The IHRC confirms that in many parts of Africa and particularly in the Congo, women face significant barriers to equality and empowerment. From limited access to education and healthcare to discriminatory laws and social norms, including women’s rights that are often neglected. At the event, His Excellency Valentin MBERI, Ambassador IHRC-RFT CONGO told the distinguished panelists and participants that he sees the issue of equal rights between the sexes remaining an ongoing struggle for a long time to come. Ambassador Mberi as Country Director is encouraging all authorities to work concertedly so that every woman and girl, regardless of their status or geographical location, must be able to benefit from the same fundamental rights as men. The panelists for the conference had a unanimous opinion that social media has changed the face of communication and interaction around the world and want social networks to serve for the emancipation of women in all African countries. The session was enriched by practical testimonies of some women who experienced gender victimization: One explained that, “I’ve been a victim of cyberbullying and online violence. It’s a major scourge for women on social networks. We need to create a safer and more respectful digital environment for all women.” Another one stressed “Entrepreneurship is a key vector for women’s empowerment. With the rise of digital technology, women now have access to opportunities to undertake in a more inclusive and equitable manner” Ambassador Mberi’s final statement therefore called for “we must promote a culture of female entrepreneurship and put in place appropriate training and financing programs to enable women to fully seize the opportunities offered by digital technology.” Endorsement for the event to specially be entered into the IHRC records has been countersigned by Ambassador Dr. Tivlumun Innocent Ahure who commented on the video of the event he received in favourable terms calling that all of us must work together to create a more equal and empowered society for all women.
Breaking News: International Human Rights Commission Calls for Unity in Protecting Human Rights
As the world prepares to commemorate World Human Rights Day on December 10, the International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) is urging the Nigerian government, civil society, and citizens to join forces in safeguarding the rights of women, children, and all Nigerians. According to Ambassador Abdullahi Bakoji Adamu, Country Director of IHRC Nigeria, “It is imperative that we build a society where everyone can live in peace and dignity”. This call to action emphasizes the need for collective responsibility in promoting and protecting human rights.¹ The IHRC also expressed gratitude to media organizations for their crucial role in raising awareness and advocating for human rights. Ambassador Adamu stressed that “together, we can create a just and equitable society”. As Nigeria marks World Human Rights Day, the IHRC’s message serves as a reminder of the importance of unity and collective action in promoting human rights and dignity for all.
IHRC-RFT SOUNDS ALARM ON NATIONAL POWER GRID COLLAPSE IN NIGERIA
The International Human Rights Commission Relief Fund Trust (IHRC-RFT) has expressed grave concerns over the persistent collapses of Nigeria’s national power grid, with nine disruptions in 2024 alone. This ongoing instability severely impacts citizens’ daily lives, undermines industries, and threatens foreign investments. Root causes identified include aging infrastructure, underutilization of funds, insufficient power generation, and high transmission losses. The organization urges the Nigerian government to take immediate action to address this crisis, promoting economic development, improving quality of life, and upholding human rights.
It was a great pleasure for us to host the maiden NGEducators International Model United Nations, NGIMUN, conference, an initiative of the International Human Rights Commission, IHRC, which drew participants from 14 nations as well as several UN bodies.
It was particularly delightful for the Director General Global of the IHRC, International Relief Fund in Special Consultative Status with the UN, Dr. Tivlumun Ahure, to tip Enugu to become one of the UN headquarters. He also spoke so highly of our efforts in the education space and recommended it to other Nigerian subnational governments and the global community as a veritable framework to eradicate poverty, contain insecurity, and improve living standard. This, he said, was predicated on the innovative approaches and huge investments by our administration to leapfrog education in the state, stressing that Enugu was consciously chosen to host the maiden conference because of its pioneering and leading role in educational development. In my remarks, I expressed how elated I was by the international recognitions accorded our administration and the state. From the start, we were intentional in taking a radical approach to education development, including dedicating 33 per cent of our state’s 2024 budget to education, as it remains the strongest weapon to fight poverty. We had no idea that our modest efforts in the field of education were already receiving such recognition and praise on a global scale. We are honoured by the generous statements made by the diplomats, the UN-affiliated bodies, and those who are focusing on education in developing countries. As we have always said, we are obsessed with education. We know that education is the surest weapon and the strongest way to fight poverty. If we are going to give a fatal blow to poverty, we must give our young people the right skill set to deal with tomorrow’s workplace. And that’s the main objective of the Green Smart School initiative. But we are not just advocating for zero tolerance for our out-of-school children, we are also saying that these children deserve to have access to high-quality education. We are ensuring that they are exposed to future skills, to artificial intelligence, robotics, augmented reality, and mechatronics, to be able to compete favourably with their peers across the globe. Tomorrow Is Here!
UGANDA IHRC RFT MAKES CONTRIBUTIONS FOR QUALITY EDUCATION.
1st December, 2023 The people of Nyamisingiri primary school of Kicwamba sub county Burahya county Kabarole District have been overwhelmed with an official visit of IHRC RFT to the school. The visit has put smiles on the faces of many persons including local council officials, the needy, parents, children some of which are orphans and the school administrators. Accordingly IHRC Uganda called on the authorities of government and parents who were present to concern themselves with the issue of fundamental rights and responsibilities in order to have a clear future for every one while urging the government to provide basic needs to poor children in schools like lunch and ICT programmes so that remote school children should have equal opportunities as those in urban setting. Periodically the IHRC RFT in Uganda implements a comprehensive social impact program dedicated to promoting Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4) – Quality Education. H.E Daniel Neviliya, IHRC’s Country Director of Uganda who has been leading the IHRC Uganda on outreach programmes with the primary beneficiaries being primary and secondary school students aged between 6 and 18 years in a few underserved rural areas in Uganda particularly has forwarded his report. In the report to IHRC Global Director General Amb. Dr. Tivlumun Innocent Ahure who supervises the IHRC Africa Region HQ, H.E Daniel Neviliya emphasized that the initiative was geared towards addressing the immediate needs of students by providing essential school relief materials, including books, pens, school uniforms, and chairs. Amb. Dr. Tivlumun Innocent Ahure, has encouraged the IHRC Uganda and the other national IHRC chapters to continue to have passion for empowering school children and help to affect their lives and the attainment of quality education in a positive way. Indeed IHRC’s diverse global team and contributors work toward making the world a better place.
Attention to all Directors
I am directing everyone to follow the directions of Honorable Director General Dr. Innocent in terms of working and accreditation of their positions. It’s important to follow the guidelines as per the rules. I am aware of difficulties in the Africa region, but you all must make sure that you have the official accreditation cards issued by the IHRC HQ and nomination letters to respective governments. You have to update each chapter members under your command and furnish the information to Regional HQ in Africa so that Regional HQ will process your appointment through the International HQ and send all of you. Failure to comply with this instruction will result in changing the directorship in the respective countries. RegardsAmbassador Dr. Muhammad Shahid Amin KhanWorld Chair, International Human Rights Commission-IHRC