President Bola Tinubu has written to the Senate seeking the screening and confirmation of 15 nominees to form the board of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC). This move aims to strengthen the country's human rights protection frameworks.
Senate Receives President's Request
Senate President Godswill Akpabio read the president's letter during plenary on Wednesday, April 29. According to Akpabio, President Tinubu is seeking the reconstitution of the commission's board as outlined in statutory provisions, as reported by Vanguard.
Details of the Appointments
The 15 nominees are expected to bring diverse expertise to the NHRC, enhancing its capacity to address human rights issues across Nigeria. The development has been met with widespread jubilation among human rights advocates and the public.
The Senate is expected to begin the screening process soon, with the aim of confirming the nominees to enable the board to commence its work without delay.
