NHRC Oyo records over 100 complaints in 6 months- Official

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By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko, Ibadan 

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Oyo State Office recorded more than 100 complaints in the last six months, says Mrs Olamide Akintayo, its Head of Investigation.

Akintayo disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Ibadan.

She said that gender-based violence and child rights violations were the most reported cases.

“The highest percentage relates to gender-based violence and child rights violations such as child abuse, sexual violence, defilement, and denial of maintenance; these remain the most prevalent,” she said.

She listed other violations reported to include unlawful arrest and detention, law enforcement agencies misconduct, labour related disputes, discrimination, landlord and tenant disputes involving assaults, and violations of the rights of Vulnerable Groups.

Akintayo attributed the increase to growing public awareness of the commission’s mandate.

“The increasing number of complaints demonstrates that the public is becoming more aware and is gaining confidence to approach the NHRC to seek justice,” she said.

On how victims get justice, she said every complaint is assessed, documented and investigated.

“The respondent is then invited to respond to the allegations.

“The commission facilitates mediation where appropriate. Where mediation fails or the matter is criminal, cases are referred to relevant authorities with close monitoring,” she explained.

Akintayo noted that the NHRC collaborates with law enforcement agencies, Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Women Affairs, correctional institutions and Civil Society Organisations.

“Many disputes such as family matters, child maintenance, labour disputes, and landlord-tenant matters have been resolved through mediation; cases involving sexual and gender based violence are referred for prosecution,” she said.

On prevention, the head of investigation, said the commission emphasises strategic partnerships and public education.

“Initiatives include regular sensitisation campaigns, capacity building for CSOs and law enforcement, advocacy on GBV and child protection, and participation in the 16 Days of Activism.

“The commission also conducts school sensitisation programmes, community outreach, and strengthens referral mechanisms for prompt response,” Akintayo said.

She urged the public not to suffer in silence and called for collective responsibility to uphold human dignity, justice, equality and the rule of law. 

NAN

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