Rights groups urge Benin political candidates to prioritize human rights

Rights groups urge Benin political candidates to prioritize human rights

Amnesty International, together with 13 civil society organizations, called on candidates in Benin’s upcoming legislative and presidential elections on Thursday to prioritize human rights protection within their political programmes. The rights organization noted that the deteriorating human rights situation in Benin demands political action in order to align with international human rights standards. It also outlined key human rights priorities…