In a joint effort to promote social justice and empowerment, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and the Taipei Trade Office in Nigeria have provided financial support to 11 individuals who have experienced human rights violations.
The initiative, which took place in Abuja, was part of a collaborative programme aimed at restoring dignity and offering practical assistance to survivors.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Tony Ojukwu, SAN, Executive Secretary of the NHRC, highlighted the Commission’s commitment to promoting inclusion, justice, and human dignity.
“This initiative goes beyond legal aid. It’s about affirming the humanity of survivors and supporting their journey toward recovery,” he said.
Dr. Ojukwu emphasized that part of the NHRC’s broader mandate includes not only legal representation but also psychological support and empowerment programmes. “Justice is not complete without restoration. Today, we honour the strength you’ve shown through adversity by offering support that helps restore hope and opportunity,” he added.
Also present at the event was Mr. Andy Yih-Ping Liu, Head of the Taipei Trade Office and Chief Representative of the Taiwanese Mission to Nigeria. He expressed appreciation for the partnership with NHRC and reaffirmed Taiwan’s commitment to supporting developmental initiatives in Nigeria.
“While there are no formal diplomatic ties between Taiwan and Nigeria, we are actively involved in developmental collaboration. Our contributions span areas such as women’s empowerment, youth development, agriculture, and disaster risk management,” Liu stated.
He noted Taiwan’s progress as a developing country, boasting a literacy rate of 98% despite its geographical and natural challenges.
“Though Taiwan is a relatively small island—about seven times the size of Lagos—we’ve managed to achieve technological advancement through strong investment in education, even with limited natural resources,” he added.
In their goodwill remarks, Dr. Ifeoma Agu, Founder of Thelma Lion Foundation, and Dorothy Njamanze of the Dorothy Njamanze Foundation praised both organizations for their commitment to supporting survivors.
Dr. Agu also donated a sum of ₦100,000 to further support the beneficiaries.
The event concluded with the presentation of certificates and cash awards to the recipients — a gesture aimed at helping them rebuild their lives with renewed confidence and purpose.