For the above reasons, the Commission
Holds a violation of Articles 7(1) (a), 7 (1) (c) of the Charter.
Urges the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to bring its laws in conformity with the Charter by repealing the offending decree.
Requests the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to compensate the victims, as appropriate.
Tripoli, Libya, 23rd April to 7th May 2001.
