The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has concluded a two-day training on Drug Prevention, Treatment and Care (DPTC) for staff of the Commission, organised in partnership with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and Education As a Vaccine.
The training provided an opportunity for participants to deepen their understanding of drug-related challenges in Nigeria and examine appropriate responses through a human rights-based approach.
Across the two days, discussions covered Nigeria’s evolving drug situation, drug dependency, causes and consequences of drug use, stigma, prevention and harm reduction. Participants also examined the experiences of vulnerable populations, advocacy, human rights and drug users, complaints relating to rights violations, treatment and care, and the relevant legal framework.
The engagement further strengthened the capacity of NHRC staff to recognise and respond to human rights concerns affecting people who use drugs, while promoting approaches that uphold human dignity, non-discrimination, access to care and fundamental rights.
The Commission appreciates the partnership and knowledge shared throughout the training, and looks forward to applying the lessons gained in strengthening its human rights protection and promotion mandate.
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