HUMAN RIGHTS AND CONFLICTS RESOLUTION CENTRE ABAKALIKI
If you want Peace, Cultivate Justice
In Collaboration with Christ Apostolic Church, Ishieke in Oshiri, Ebonyi state, HRCRC seized an opportunity to sensitize young people in a program about Human Rights, their rights, and what we do; whilst fanning into flame the passion for justice, peace and appreciation for the rule of law, HRCRC set in motion the process to have an indigenous branch established in the community.
Preaching the gospel of Justice, peace and equity were George, Chika, Chioma (Esq) and Emika (Esq)
Justice and Mercy – In the spirit of these Godlike twin concepts, the Chief Justice of Ebonyi State, His Lordship Alloy Nnwankwo embarked on a goal delivery on the 19th and 20th of July for inmates incarcerated in Afikpo and Abakaliki Prisons respectively; both in Ebonyi State. The exercise saw to the outright discharge of several inmates, especially those awaiting trial and those with no information filed for them. More lenient bail conditions were granted others. As usual, HRCRC was consulted and deeply involved in the process…
On the 29th of May, 2018, the Board of Trustees of HRCRC met at the Theresa Ozo-Nweke conference room in HRCRC office complex at 10 am. In attendance, the founder of HRCRC – Fr. Kevin O’Hara, the chairman of the board – Professor Mkpa Agu Mkpa, Secretary of the board – Barr Mike Ajawachuku PhD, Princess Alu Ibiam and Mr Okorie Christopher. Also present was the outgoing Acting Director – Dominic Okoliko and incoming Acting Director George Etamesor.
During the meeting, several issues aimed at the development of the center were extensively deliberated after which there was a photo section with members of staff.
The next biannual meeting is expected to hold in November 2018.
Our prayers, gratitude and well wishes go with Mr. Dominic Okoliko as he leaves us for a widening of his horizon. We thank him for the developmental initiatives he began during his short but very eventful leadership of the center.
