Civil Liberties Organization v Nigeria (Communication 67 of 1991)
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Holding
The African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights closed the file on a communication alleging wrongful detention after receiving information from the Government of Nigeria and independent sources that the matter was being amicably resolved, pursuant to Article 50 of the African Charter.
Outcome
Communication closed following amicable resolution between parties
Facts
The Civil Liberties Organization filed a communication dated 25 February 1992 alleging wrongful detention. On 19 May 1992, the Commission received a letter from the Government of Nigeria and obtained information from other independent sources indicating that the affair was being amicably resolved between the parties.
Issues
- Whether the communication concerning alleged wrongful detention should remain on the Commission's docket given information of amicable resolution.
Orders
- File closed pursuant to Article 50 of the Charter.
Legislation cited (1)
- African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights Article 50
Full judgment
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