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Building Capacity of Nigerian Judicial Sector to Prosecute Terrorism and Atrocity Cases

ID: INL24CA0053-AMENIGERIA-ATROCPROSEC-05032 • Type: Posted
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Description

Nigeria is ranked 8th most impacted country by terrorism globally according to the 2023 Global Terrorism index. Groups like ISIS West Africa (ISIS-WA) and Boko Haram have committed horrendous atrocities like massacres and mass killings, use of sexual violence and enslavement, suicide bombings, abductions, and forced conscription. These atrocities, especially in Nigeria's northern region, have caused widespread fear among citizens, worsened a humanitarian crisis, and increased gross violations of human rights. To hold the perpetrators of these atrocities accountable, Nigeria's Federal Ministry of Justice has assigned the prosecution of terrorism and atrocities cases to the ministry's Complex Case Group. Furthermore, the Federal High Court of Nigeria, which has jurisdiction over terrorism cases, has assigned a number of judges to adjudicate these cases. Nigeria's Legal Aid Council (LACON) also provides defense to the persons charged with committing atrocities. In addition to these, the National Human Rights Commission is tasked with the responsibility of promoting and protecting human rights and the investigation of human rights violations.

Thousands of terrorism cases in Nigeria remain backlogged. The backlog results from prosecutors' and judges' limited knowledge of prosecuting atrocities cases. Existing cases languish because of institutional administrative problems, including Nigerian judges transcribing court proceedings by hand, resulting in delays and errors. Lawyers at the Legal Aid Council also have limited specialized training which contributes to delays in the process and lack of proper defense for suspects. Detainees are kept in government detention facilities located at significant distances from the government officials responsible for the prosecution, defense and judgements, creating significant logistical challenges. Poor case management, disorganized court administration, and a lack of coordination between the Complex Case Group, Federal High Court, and the Joint Investigative Center (the unit responsible for investigating terrorism cases comprised of military, police and state security service investigators) further impede progress on atrocity cases.

Background
The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) of the U.S. Department of State is seeking organizations to submit applications for a project entitled, 'Building Capacity of Nigerian Judicial Cases for Prosecuting Terrorism and Atrocity Cases.' The project aims to address the backlog of atrocity and terrorism cases in Nigeria, assisting Nigeria’s Ministry of Justice Complex Case Group, Federal High Court, and the Legal Aid Council (LACON) to reduce the backlog and ensure proper legal representation for defendants.

Grant Details
The project aims to strengthen systems, processes, procedures, and human capacity to increase prosecution of atrocities and war crimes in accordance with international best practices. It includes objectives such as aligning the Nigerian Ministry of Justice’s Complex Case Group’s capacity to prosecute atrocity cases with international standards, improving the capacity of Federal High Court Judges to adjudicate on atrocities cases, providing defense counsel with the requisite knowledge and skills to defend persons charged with committing atrocities cases, and promoting thorough investigation of allegations of crimes against humanity and war crimes by officers of the National Human Rights Commission.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include U.S.-based non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs), U.S.-based educational institutions subject to section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. tax code or section 26 US 115 of the U.S. tax code, and foreign-based non-profits/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) with demonstrated experience on multiple projects working with foreign government institutions in handling and prosecuting terrorism, atrocity, and war crimes cases.

Period of Performance
The initial project implementation length is 24 months with an anticipated program start date on October 1, 2024. The deadline for submission of applications is June 28, 2024.

Grant Value
$1,000,000.00 U.S. Dollars is available for funding with at least $750,000.00 U.S. Dollars as the application floor for one award.

Place of Performance
The primary participants are the Nigerian Ministry of Justice’s Complex Case Group, Federal High Court, Legal Aid Council, and other civilian government entities involved in investigating and prosecuting terrorism, atrocity, and war crimes cases.
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Overview

Agency
Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) [DOS]
Category of Funding
Law, Justice and Legal Services
Funding Instruments
Cooperative Agreement
Grant Program (CFDA)
19.703 - Criminal Justice Systems
Grant Category
Discretionary
Cost Sharing / Matching Requirement
False
Source
Grants.gov
On 5/3/24 the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs posted grant opportunity INL24CA0053-AMENIGERIA-ATROCPROSEC-05032 for Building Capacity of Nigerian Judicial Sector to Prosecute Terrorism and Atrocity Cases with funding of $1.0 million. The grant will be issued under grant program 19.703 Criminal Justice Systems. It is expected that one grant will be made worth between $750,000 and $1.0 million.

Timing

Posted Date
May 3, 2024, 12:00 a.m. EDT
Closing Date
June 28, 2024, 12:00 a.m. EDT Past Due
Last Updated
May 3, 2024, 10:31 a.m. EDT
Version
1
Archive Date
July 28, 2024

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Additional Info
The following organizations are eligible to apply: • U.S.-based non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs); • U.S.-based educational institutions subject to section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. tax code or section 26 US 115 of the US 115 of the U.S. tax code; • Foreign-based non-profits/non-governmental organizations (NGOs); Applicants must also meet the following requirements to be eligible to apply to this NOFO: • Demonstrated experience on multiple projects working with foreign government institutions in handling and prosecuting terrorism, atrocity, and war crimes cases. .

Award Sizing

Ceiling
$1,000,000
Floor
$750,000
Estimated Program Funding
$1,000,000
Estimated Number of Grants
1

Contacts

Contact
Simonique L Stallworth Grantor
Contact Email
hovemt1@state.gov
Email Description
Grantor Email
Contact Phone
(206) 501-6171

Documents

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