A charity organization, Tilova for Africa has signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) with the National Human Rights Commission(NHRC) to cooperate on the advancement and protection of human rights. The synergy is expected to create more awareness and further sensitize the public on how to apply their human rights in daily situations in a dignified and non-violent manner. It is equally aimed to provide support in areas bordering around guaranteeing the human rights of Nigerians through poverty allegations, educational scholarships and the fight against discrimination and persecution of minority groups such as HIV/AIDS patients and the ostracized due to the Osu Caste system. While the Executive Secretary, National Human Rights Commission, Mr Tony Ojukwu, signed on behalf of the Commission, founder of Tilova for Africa, Dr Martins Nwabueze signed on behalf of the group. Specifically, he said the Osu caste system, a traditional practice in Igboland, Southern Nigeria discourages social interaction as marriage with a caste of persons (Osu) are considered as inferior beings compared to their real born (Diala) Counterparts.

Source: Nigerian Tribune April 22, 2023 20:31 UTC