By: Oyetola Muyiwa Atoyebi, SAN, FCIArb (U.K.).
The protection and promotion of human rights remain fundamental indicators of democratic legitimacy and the rule of law. In Nigeria, this responsibility rests with the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), established under the National Human Rights Commission Act of 1995 and anchored on UN Resolution 48/134.
In a recent article, legal luminary Oyetola Muyiwa Atoyebi, SAN, explores the mandate of the NHRC in safeguarding victims against abuses by both corporate bodies and state actors. He argues that while the Commission has made significant strides in providing accountability and redress, its current legal framework requires critical review to strengthen its independence and enhance its effectiveness.
The article emphasizes the maxim Ubi jús, ibi remédium — where there is a right, there is a remedy — underscoring the NHRC’s vital role in ensuring justice and the protection of human dignity. Proposed reforms, Atoyebi notes, should focus on improving operational capacity, autonomy, and responsiveness in addressing rights violations.
Full article available here: https://omaplex.com.ng/analyzing-the-role-of-the-national-human-rights-commission-in-protecting-victims-of-corporate-and-state-abuse/
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