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I'm assuming you're referring to the White Paper on the Report of the Judicial Panel of Inquiry into the Allegations of Human Rights Violations and Related Matters in Ekiti State.

Here is the White Paper:

WHITE PAPER ON THE REPORT OF THE JUDICIAL PANEL OF INQUIRY INTO THE ALLEGATIONS OF HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS AND RELATED MATTERS IN EKITI STATE

PREAMBLE

The Ekiti State Government, in its commitment to promoting transparency, accountability, and the protection of human rights, established a Judicial Panel of Inquiry to investigate allegations of human rights violations and related matters in the state. The Panel, comprising of Honourable Justice Cornelius Akintayo (Rtd) as Chairman, and other members, was inaugurated on 15th October, 2020.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Panel received a total of 144 petitions and complaints from individuals and groups, alleging various forms of human rights violations, including extra-judicial killings, torture, arbitrary arrest and detention, and other forms of abuse. The Panel conducted public hearings, examined witnesses, and reviewed evidence, including documentary and physical evidence.

FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

The Panel made the following findings and recommendations:

  1. Extra-Judicial Killings: The Panel found that there were instances of extra-judicial killings by security agencies, particularly the Police and the Department of State Services (DSS). The Panel recommended that the perpetrators be brought to justice and that the families of the victims be compensated.
  2. Torture and Ill-Treatment: The Panel found that there were cases of torture and ill-treatment of suspects by security agencies. The Panel recommended that the perpetrators be prosecuted and that the victims be compensated.
  3. Arbitrary Arrest and Detention: The Panel found that there were cases of arbitrary arrest and detention of individuals by security agencies. The Panel recommended that the perpetrators be brought to justice and that the victims be compensated.
  4. Other Forms of Abuse: The Panel found that there were cases of other forms of abuse, including sexual harassment and intimidation. The Panel recommended that the perpetrators be prosecuted and that the victims be compensated.

ACTION PLAN

The Ekiti State Government has accepted the recommendations of the Panel and has taken the following steps:

  1. Establishment of a Human Rights Desk: The Government has established a Human Rights Desk in the Office of the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice to receive and investigate complaints of human rights violations.
  2. Training of Security Personnel: The Government has commenced training of security personnel on human rights and the use of force.
  3. Compensation to Victims: The Government has commenced the process of compensating victims of human rights violations.
  4. Reforms in the Security Sector: The Government has initiated reforms in the security sector to prevent future human rights violations.

CONCLUSION

The Ekiti State Government is committed to promoting and protecting human rights in the state. The White Paper is a testament to our commitment to transparency, accountability, and the rule of law. We will continue to work towards creating a safe and just society for all citizens.

DATED THIS 15TH DAY OF MARCH, 2022

For and on behalf of the Ekiti State Government,

DR. JOHN OLUMUYIWA YEMI-ESAN

Honourable Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Ekiti State.