Africa Business Radio

The United Nations says Nigeria is not the only country facing myriad human rights challenges.The UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, Edward Kallon says like other countries, Nigeria faces myriad human rights challenges. Kallon says they aim to reach a common understanding between the Government, human rights partners, civil society, and the UN on human rights priorities in Nigeria.Kalli says Nigeria has ratified the nine core UN human rights treaties, including other regional instruments. The Nigerian Constitution has elaborate provisions on the protection of human rights.