Nigeria, Jan. 29 -- The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has released its monthly December 2024 report, revealing 355,726 complaints received in the month alone.

This represents a remarkable increase compared to the 1,147 complaints received by the commission in January 2024.

The Executive Secretary of the NHRC, Tony Ojukwu attributed the surge to the growing awareness and trust in the commission.

"This dramatic surge is a testament to the growing awareness among Nigerians of their rights, and the trust they have placed in the Commission as a crucial avenue for seeking justice and redress.

"It is a clear indication that Nigerians are increasingly aware of their human rights and are turning to the Commission as a beacon of hope ...