Ministry of Justice (Togo)

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The Ministry of Justice and Human Rights of Togo oversees institutions and bodies such as the following: [1]

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The following responsibilities are assigned to the Minister of Justice and Human Rights:

List of ministers (Post-1960 upon achieving independence)

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