Human Rights Radio and Television, based in Abuja and known as Brekete Family, has announced a partial shutdown in protest of the Nigerian government’s detention of minors.
In a statement on Monday, the award-winning radio and television programme, which focuses on human rights, aired on Human Rights Radio 101.1 in Abuja disclosed that the decision reflects its deep commitment to defending the rights of the vulnerable and holding authorities accountable.
This development comes following arraignment minors, who participated during the recent EndBadGovernance protest by Tinubu’s government. Recall that at least four of the minors slumped inside the courtroom.
In the statement, the Brekete Family called on international bodies and well meaning Nigerians to join in the demand for the immediate release of the children.
The statement reads, “Human Rights Radio and Television (Brekete Family) shuts down partially in protest of the Nigerian government’s detention of underaged children.
“This decision reflects our deep commitment to defending the rights of the vulnerable and holding authorities accountable.
“We call on all well-meaning Nigerians and international bodies to join us in demanding the immediate and unconditional release of these children. Until justice is served, we stand firm in solidarity with the voiceless.”
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