25. The African Commission in several previous decisions has set out the principle that where
allegations of human rights violations go uncontested by the government concerned, particularly after
repeated notifications or requests for information on the case, the Commission must decide on the
facts provided by the Complainant and treat those facts as given (seecommunications Nos.
59/91, 60/91, 64/91 , 87/93 and 101/93).
26. In the circumstances, the Commission finds itself compelled to adopt the position that the facts
alleged by the Complainant are true.
Holding
For the above reasons, the Commission
Holds a violation of Articles 3(2), 4, 5, 6 and 10 (1) of the Charter.
Requests the government of Nigeria to take necessary measures to comply with its obligations under
the Charter.
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Algiers, Algeria, 11 May 2000.