A Gambia where everyone enjoys human rights and freedoms.
Powers of the Commission
The NHRC of The Gambia has the prerogative to:
Recommend appropriate remedial actions
to the Government and seeks appropriate remedial actions on behalf of victims
Reserves the right to investigate suspected cases
of human rights violations and to report to the Government and all relevant institutions on any such investigations; and
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NHRC Statement on pen-ended intergovernmental working group on the rights of older persons
In a press statement, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) commended The Gambia for its active participation in the UN-led discussion on promoting the right of older persons. This involvement highlights the country’s commitment to human rights and the recognition of older people’s contributions to society. The NHRC emphasized the urgent need to address the challenges faced by older persons, including ageism, social exclusion, and limited access to essential services.
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NHRC Supports the Government Nomination of Abubacarr M. Tambadou as a Candidate to the ICJ 2027 to 2036
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of The Gambia proudly lends its voice and full support to the nomination of Mr. Abubacarr M. Tambadou by the Republic of The Gambia for election as Judge at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for the term 2027-2036.
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DISAPPOINTMENT OVER THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY VOTE DENYING DIASPORAN GAMBIANS THE RIGHT TO VOTE
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) expresses its concern over the recent voting in the National Assembly on the Election Bill 2021, held on Tuesday, 4th March 2025, which eHectively denies Gambians in the diaspora the fundamental right to vote.
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