NBA-SPIDEL CHAIR AGOMOH ELECTED INTO GLOBAL TORTURE VICTIMS COUNCIL

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PRAWA CELEBRATES NIGERIA’S TRIUMPH AT THE IRCT GENERAL ASSEMBLY 2026: DR. UJU AGOMOH ELECTED INTO THE IRCT COUNCIL FOR 2026–2029

The Prisoners Rehabilitation and Welfare Action (PRAWA) proudly celebrates a historic milestone for Nigeria following the International Rehabilitation Council for Torture Victims (IRCT) General Assembly and Council Elections for the 2026–2029 term.

In recognition of her decades-long dedication to penal reform and human rights, Dr. Uju Agomoh, President of PRAWA, has been elected to the highly esteemed IRCT Council for 2026–2029.

“Dr. Uju Agomoh’s election is a monumental win for Nigeria and the African human rights community,” PRAWA’s management stated. “It reflects global recognition of our local expertise in reforming custodial spaces and defending human dignity.”

African Solidarity and Global Leadership Alongside Dr. Agomoh, PRAWA congratulates several representatives elected to key governance, advisory, and council seats for the 2026–2029