The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has said human rights complaints witnessed astronomical rise in the month of May.
According to the NHRC Dashboard in May, domestic violence recorded 7531, even as the north central region recorded highest violators of human rights in the month under review.
Unveiling the May edition of the monthly human rights dashboard on Friday in Abuja, the executive secretary of the commission, Tony Ojukwu (SAN) said 298 people were killed in May, while killings of security and law enforcement agents stood at 27.
He bemoaned that a total of 360 people were kidnapped, saying 323 children were abandoned in the month of May.
“The dashboard stands as a testament to our commitment to transparency, accountability, and the protection of human rights in Nigeria” Ojukwu said.
He noted that the violations recorded in the month of May impacted on an estimated 157,368 persons across the country based on the commission’s victim impact analysis.
“We must emphasize the importance of accountability and the reasonable use of force by law enforcement agencies. While it is essential to maintain law and order, it must be done in a manner that respects the dignity and rights of every individual.
“Any abuse of power or excessive force must be met with swift and impartial justice. Furthermore, we have observed a troubling increase in violations of economic, social, and cultural rights. These rights are the bedrock of human dignity and well-being, yet they continue to be disregarded in many parts of our country”.
Consequently, Ojukwu noted that “as we analyze the data presented in this dashboard, let us not lose sight of the real people behind these statistics—individuals and families who are struggling to access basic necessities such as food, shelter, and healthcare.
“It is incumbent upon the government to take concrete steps to address these violations and ensure that all citizens can enjoy their economic, social, and cultural rights without discrimination or impediment.
“This includes implementing policies that promote equitable access to education, healthcare, housing, and employment opportunities” he added.
He lamented that the month under review also witnessed significant and troublesome escalation in the activities of non-state armed groups across the country.
