OFFICIAL STATEMENT BY THE SOCIETY FOR EQUAL HEALTH ANDRIGHTS (SEQHER) ON THE TRAGIC MURDER OF HILARY AND THEONGOING VIOLENCE AGAINST LGBTQI PERSONS IN NIGERIA

Hilary’s life was brutally cut short by hate, deceit, and violence a reminder of the growing danger faced by LGBTQI+ person in Nigeria. His death is not an isolated tragedy, but part of a wider pattern of injustice sustained by silence and impunity.
At society for equal health and right, we stand in solidarity with Hilary and every LGBTQI+ person who has been harmed, silenced, or lost to violence. We call for justice, accountability, and an end to hate-driven attacks.
No one should lose their life for simply being who they are.