The Ambassador at Large, African Region of International Human Rights Commission, Dr. Malami Shehu Ma’aji has pledged that the Commission will continue to provide legal and moral support to the victims of human rights violation in Africa and the world.
Speaking in a press statement made available to journalists on Sunday, Dr. Ma’aji, who was appointed as the Ambassador At Large African Region in 2022 with diploma identify card : HQ-IHRC05051/22, signed by the World Chairman and Ambassador At Large of the Commission Dr. Muhammad Shahid Amin Khan, said rule of law and human rights must be respected particularly in the African region.
Dr. Ma’aji, who was conferred with the national honour of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR) by President Muhammadu Buhari, explained that the Commission had provided services to ensure that peace and stability are maintained in Africa and the world in general through the respect of rule of law and human rights.
“The main objectives of International Human Rights Commission are to serve humanity irrespective of their differences in religion, region and tribe, as well as struggle against violation of human rights, bloodshed and terrorism in Africa and the world. We provide awareness and educate governments, legislatures, diplomats among others to ensure people’s rights are being respected and also protected,” he said.
Dr. Ma’aji, who stated that he visited some African countries as part of efforts to ensure that the rule of law and human rights are being respected, urged all stakeholders particularly government to ensure a peaceful transition of power on May 29 in respect of democracy and rule of law of Nigeria.
“Authorities must also ensure that security agencies operate strictly to the International Human Rights Principles and respect rule of law during and after the transition of the new government,” he said.
The Ambassador At Large African Region however commended President Muhammadu Buhari ‘s administration for working towards successful and peaceful transition on May 29 for the unity and peaceful coexistence of Nigeria.
