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Torture Prevention: PRAWA boss bags UN committee membership
The Executive Director of Prisoners’ Rehabilitation and Welfare Action (PRAWA), Dr Uju Agomoh, has been elected a member of the United Nations Sub Committee on Prevention of Torture (UN SPT), based in Geneva Switzerland.
PRAWA’s Deputy Director, Mrs Ogechi Ogu, in a statement on Friday, said Agomoh was elected on Thursday.
The UN SPT is an international body established by its Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture (OPCAT) consisting of 25 independent experts.
She said that the committee had a preventive mandate focused on a proactive approach to preventing torture and ill-treatment, adding that the SPT had a dual mandate.
According to her, part of the mandate is to monitor conditions in detention and treatment of persons deprived of their liberty through country visits.
“And to advise on OPCAT implementation, in particular, support the establishment and functioning of National Preventive Mechanisms, ” she said.
According to Ogu, the PRAWA boss has degrees in Law, Criminology, and Psychology, which strongly positions her to contribute to the work of the SPT through a holistic and multidisciplinary approach.
She said that Agomoh had held key positions in global, regional and national institutions working to prevent torture, through detention monitoring, security sector reform and support to survivors of torture over the past 20 years.
Ogu said Agomoh had previously served on the executive committee of the International Rehabilitation Council for Torture Victims (IRCT).
“The World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT) Global SOS-Torture COVID- 19 Crisis Action Group and the Independent Investigation Panel of Inquiry on the Nigeria Police Special Anti Robbery Squad (SARS).
“Agomoh has personally carried out over 1000 prison monitoring visits covering about 150 prisons in 32 countries, providing her with extensive expertise in detention monitoring methodologies and engagement with detention authorities and detainees.
“We have full confidence in the capacity of Dr Uju Agomoh to deliver on this very important assignment and a huge congratulations to Nigeria, Africa as PRAWA wishes her great success, ” she said.
Agomoh is the Founder of PRAWA, a Nigeria-based civil society organisation which promotes Human Rights for people in prison.
PRAWA also helps survivors to successfully integrate into the community.
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Torture Prevention: PRAWA boss bags UN committee membership
President Bola Tinubu has commiserated with Gov. Seyi Makinde, his family and the people of Oyo State, over the death of his elder brother, Sunday Makinde.
The president, in a condolence message issued on Monday, said that the loss of a loved one, especially a cherished elder brother, is a profound sorrow.
“In this time of mourning, I want you to know that I, along with many others, stand with you and your family.
“We pray for strength and comfort as you navigate this irreplaceable loss. I hope you find comfort in the memories you shared and the impact he had on those around him.
“This moment reminds us of the importance of family, unity and love—values that your family has always exemplified and that we all hold dear.
“May these values strengthen you and your loved ones in this time of grief,” he said.
Tinubu prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased’s soul and for the Almighty to grant the governor and his family the strength to navigate this challenging time.
“Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and that you are not alone in this period.
“You can count on my unwavering support and assistance during this difficult time,” the president said.
The Federal Government, through the Federal Civil Service Commission, has announced the commencement of recruitment into various positions within the Federal Civil Service.
In a statement on Monday by the FCSC’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Taiwo Hassan, he disclosed that interested and eligible Nigerians can apply for the available positions through the commission’s official recruitment portal.
He stated that applicants are to apply for only one position.
The statement read, “The Federal Civil Service Commission is receiving applications for various vacancies in the Federal Civil Service. The vacancy announcement is published on the commission’s website: www.fedcivilservice.gov.ng and in national newspapers.
“Eligible applicants are to apply for only one position via the application link: https://recruitment.fedcivilservice.gov.ng. Applicants who are physically challenged should state the nature of their disability.
“Applicants are to upload the following documents as applicable: I) Curriculum Vitae, II) Ph.D/Master’s Degree Certificate, III) Degree/HND/NCE Certificate, IV) WAEC/NECO/NABTEB Certificate, V) Primary School Certificate, VI) NYSC discharge/exemption/exclusion certificate, VII) Birth Certificate/Declaration of Age, VIII) Local Government Identification, IX) Recent Passport photograph.
“All applications are to be submitted on or before Monday, 10th March, 2025.”
The Nigerian Navy, Forward Operating Base, Ibaka in Mbo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom, has apprehended two persons over alleged theft of 2,100 liters of premium motor spirit.
The Commanding Officer, Capt. Aliyu Abdullahi disclosed this while handing over the suspects and items to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, (NSCDC) in Ibaka on Monday.
Abdullahi said that navy personnel apprehended the suspects at about 7.45p.m on Jan. 24, while on a routine patrol along the Mbo River area.
He said that during the patrol, naval personnel intercepted a wooden boat carrying over 2,100 Liters of petrol, carefully concealed under cargos such as bread, fruits and bags of cassava flakes among others.
He said that the intention of the suspects was to smuggle the product from Nigeria into the Republic of Cameroun.
The commanding officer said that under the watch of the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Adm. Emmanuel Ogalla, the FOB IBAKA would remain committed to fighting waterway crime.
Abdullahi said it would be impossible for maritime crimes to continue in the waterways and coastal areas of Akwa Ibom.
“We shall continue to detect criminals and their activities within the nation’s waterways through the use of advanced surveillance equipment and intelligence.
“Individuals or groups involved in smuggling or any form of criminal activity within Nigeria’s waters should desist immediately,” he said.
Receiving the suspects and Items, ASC Willie Emediong, said that the NSCDC would prosecute the suspects after thorough investigations on the matter.
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