The European Parliament adopted resolutions condemning human rights violations in Türkiye, Nicaragua, and Nigeria. They urged Türkiye to release imprisoned mayors and called for judicial reforms. In Nicaragua, the Ortega-Murillo regime faced condemnation for systemic abuses, and in Nigeria, the detention of Yahaya Sharif-Aminu for blasphemy raised concerns about human rights law alignment.
On Thursday, the European Parliament ratified resolutions addressing human rights violations in Türkiye, Nicaragua, and Nigeria. They condemned Türkiye’s arbitrary dismissal and imprisonment of democratically elected mayors, particularly in Kurdish regions, calling for judicial reforms and the reinstatement of these officials. The Parliament also urged the EU to consider sanctions against those responsible for these infringements under the EU Global Human Rights Sanctions Regime.
In Nicaragua, the Parliament denounced the Ortega-Murillo regime for systemic human rights abuses, particularly against human rights defenders and religious leaders. MEPs emphasized the importance of restoring the rule of law and respect for dissent, demanding the release of arbitrary detainees. They called for investigations by the International Criminal Court for crimes against humanity attributed to regime leaders.
Regarding Nigeria, MEPs called for the immediate release of Yahaya Sharif-Aminu, a singer facing blasphemy charges, alongside others similarly accused. They condemned blasphemy laws as violations of both international law and Nigerian constitutional rights, urging reforms to align federal and Sharia laws with human rights standards. The Parliament also requested the abolition of the death penalty in these cases and stressed the need for justice against false accusations and mob violence.
The European Parliament’s resolutions highlight serious human rights violations in Türkiye, Nicaragua, and Nigeria, stressing the need for judicial reforms, the release of unjustly detained individuals, and adherence to international human rights standards. Legislative measures and international oversight were recommended to address these issues effectively, with a focus on accountability for perpetrators.
Original Source: europeansting.com
