83/92 Jean Yakovi Degli (on behalf of Caporal N.
Bikagni) / Togo
Communication on unlawful detention.
1. “The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights established under Article 30 of
the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights;
2. Recalling the provisions of Article 57 of the Charter and those of Rules 110 and 115 of the
Rules of Procedure which stipulate that prior to any substantive consideration, all
communications must be brought to the knowledge of the State concerned;
3. Notes that the said communication was brought to the attention of the State of the Togo
on 11 November 1992;
4. Confirms the Rule 109 interim measures taken during the 14th session aimed at ensuring
the security of the victim and to avoid irreparable prejudice to be inflicted on the victim of the
alleged violations” (Article 57 of the Charter; Articles 110 and 115 of the Rules of Procedure).