Amnesty International has issued a stern warning to the Tinubu government, demanding an immediate halt to the ruthless attacks on poor citizens and forced evictions in Abuja. The organization has consistently highlighted the Nigerian government’s human rights abuses, including forced displacements, extrajudicial executions, and torture .
In Abuja, over 400 homes were demolished in July, leaving residents tear-gassed and without alternative housing. Similarly, hundreds of houses were razed in Mpape community, Abuja, in August, violating residents’ right to adequate housing and livelihoods. These actions have perpetuated a culture of fear and displacement among the most vulnerable populations.
Forced Evictions and Human Rights Abuses
- Forced Evictions: Amnesty International has documented numerous cases of forced evictions in Abuja, with residents often receiving inadequate notice or no alternative housing.
- Extrajudicial Executions: Nigerian security forces have been implicated in extrajudicial killings, with at least 115 people killed in response to violence in southeastern Nigeria.
- Torture and Ill-Treatment: Security agencies have subjected detainees to torture and other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment.
Amnesty International’s calls to action emphasize the need for the Tinubu government to:
- Immediately cease forced evictions and ensure alternative housing for affected residents.
- Investigate and prosecute human rights abuses, including extrajudicial executions and torture.
- Uphold the rights of poor citizens and vulnerable populations.
The organization’s concerns are echoed in its recent reports, highlighting the Nigerian government’s failure to protect its citizens from human rights violations.