Offokaja Foundation

Author: offokajafoundation

  • We are currently making cash transfer to 15 beneficiaries

    We are given cash transfer to 15 beneficiaries. Five of the beneficiaries are in our Twitter page.

  • We Helped A Man With Face Cancer On His Face

    Recently transfered cash to a man with cancer on his face. It’s already difficult managing such an ailment.

    So we transferred some cash to him to help him in that battle. May God heal him.

  • We Brought Hope To A Desolate Man

    We were driving and saw a desolate man in agony on the ground, turning on silent pain. We need he really needed help at that moment! And we knew immediately that we had to give him hope.

    We immediately made sure he got some thousands to quickly eat, drink, smile and regain body strength and at least renewed hope.

    His smile of happiness at receiving the money is priceless.

    We’ll keep giving.

    Donate to help us give more.

  • We Recently Helped Diabetic Ulcer Victim With 17k In Cash Transfers

    One of our people recently saw a victim of diabetic ulcer. The sore had eaten deep into his right hand. The bones of his right hand were showing. No skin covering the internal muscle tissue. And his right right palm was swollen.

    The condition is such that the victim cannot do any office work and most manual jobs that require the use of two hands. In this victim’s case, it has really affected his lifestyle, and his ability to earn. When his condition is considered vis a vis the very difficult economic conditions in Nigeria today where people faint because they haven’t eaten in days, you see that he’s facing a lot.

    We gave him 15,000 Naira and on a second occasion 2000 Naira, to help him feed. A medical expert we consulted told us that the best thing we can do for the victim for now is to help him with funds to cater for his welfare until the wound heals and skin is grafted.

    More About Diabetic Ulcers

    The diabetic ulcer is a slow healing wound. The victim has to regularly go to the hospital to have it properly cleaned. This is to prevent infection. The doctors will also check the wound to see if it has healed enough for skin to be grafted on it. A sign that the wound is healing is if it’s turning pinkish red.

    How You Can Help Him

    We hope for the best for the victim, and hope to keep helping him to the best of our ability. You too can help by donating. If you want to donate specifically to this victim, after donating, contact us at info@offokajafoundation.org, telling us the amount you donated and that you want it to be specifically given to the victim. We will then update you on his progress to healing and back to a more normal life.

  • Report On Universal Jurisdiction Of The International Criminal Court

    Universal Jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court: An Insightful Report

    Introduction

    The International Criminal Court (ICC), established by the Rome Statute in 1998, is an intergovernmental organization and international tribunal seated in The Hague, Netherlands. Unlike traditional criminal jurisdictions limited by territorial or national parameters, the ICC embodies a broader legal doctrine: universal jurisdiction. This principle asserts that certain crimes are so heinous that they represent offenses against all of humanity and can therefore be prosecuted by any court, regardless of where the crime was committed or the nationality of the perpetrators or victims.

    The ICC’s Jurisdiction

    The ICC’s jurisdiction is principally based on:

    • Territoriality: Crimes committed within the territory of a State Party.
    • Nationality: Crimes committed by nationals of a State Party.
    • Referral by the United Nations Security Council (UNSC): Under Chapter VII of the UN Charter.
    • Acceptance by a non-party state: A state not party to the Rome Statute may accept the jurisdiction of the ICC on an ad hoc basis.

    The Crimes

    Universal jurisdiction through the ICC can be applied to four core international crimes:

    1. Genocide: Acts with intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnical, racial, or religious group.
    2. Crimes Against Humanity: Widespread or systematic attacks directed against civilians, including murder, enslavement, torture, and rape.
    3. War Crimes: Grave breaches of the Geneva Conventions, such as willful killing and extensive destruction of property.
    4. Crime of Aggression: The planning, preparation, initiation, or execution of an act of using armed force by a state against the sovereignty, territorial integrity, or political independence of another state.

    Limitations and Challenges

    While the ICC is a groundbreaking step towards enforcing international law, it faces limitations and challenges:

    • State Sovereignty: The principle of universal jurisdiction can clash with the concept of state sovereignty.
    • Political Will: The ICC relies on the cooperation of states for arrest and surrender of suspects, which can be influenced by political interests.
    • Selective Jurisdiction: The requirement of UNSC referral for non-State Parties can lead to selective enforcement.
    • Resource Constraints: Limited resources can impede the ability of the ICC to pursue all cases falling under its jurisdiction.

    Conclusion

    The ICC’s incorporation of the universal jurisdiction principle signifies an evolution in holding perpetrators of the most serious crimes accountable. With appropriate support from the international community, the ICC could strengthen its role in the pursuit of global justice. However, the court’s full potential depends on overcoming the attendant challenges, especially relating to state cooperation and political influence. As global attitudes towards sovereignty and jurisdiction evolve, so too may the efficacy and reach of the International Criminal Court.