The federal government on Wednesday restated its commitment in the fight against any form of torture and inhuman treatment in the country. He said security agencies engage in the act if torture because they lack forensic and standard investigation techniques. Apata said, there is no doubting the fact that millions of persons, families, and groups suffer from torture throughout the world. In his words, “Torture is one of the cruelest human rights violations which cause severe physical pain and psychological trauma to victims. Section 12 of the Act also stipulates that the AGF shall, with the approval of the President, make rules regulations for the effective implementation of the Anti – Torture Act.

Source: Nigerian Tribune June 26, 2019 16:41 UTC