Nigeria’s Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has called on governments to commit to social justice principles, citing the country’s persistent inequality gap. In a statement marking the International Day of Social Justice, CHRICED emphasized the need for equitable distribution of resources across critical sectors like health, education, and housing.
The organization expressed concern over the large number of Nigerians living in multi-dimensional poverty, with over 133 million individuals affected. It also highlighted issues in the health sector, where fewer than 20% of the population has access to health insurance, and in the housing sector, where political leaders are building luxury estates instead of affordable housing.
CHRICED urged the government to prioritize the needs of disadvantaged populations, particularly in areas like healthcare, education, and agriculture. The organization also called for the President to step down as Minister of Petroleum and appoint a qualified expert to manage the sector.
Furthermore, CHRICED emphasized the importance of merit-based appointments and adherence to the Federal Character principle to ensure inclusivity and representation of all regions and communities in Nigeria.
The International Day of Social Justice is observed annually on February 20, as designated by the UN General Assembly in 2007, to promote fairer and more equitable societies worldwide.
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