The United Nations International Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) was established in Arusha, Tanzania to account for all principal orchestrators of the 1994 Genocide in Rwanda, and Eric Nshimiye’s name never appeared.
The Human Rights Watch drafted intensive investigative reports at the time as to those responsible. Eric's name never appeared. The local Gacaca courts - a system of transitional justice in Rwanda following the genocide - were established and for decades after the genocide, Eric's good name went unassailed.
Only after he agreed to act as a defense witness did these false accusations arise, and those familiar with the Rwandan judicial system know exactly why. If you dare question the official Rwandan narrative, you become a target and it's sad the US federal prosecutors are doing Rwanda’s bidding using US taxpayers money.
Our family vehemently denies all allegations brought against Eric and asserts his complete innocence. He is a beloved active figure in the community, a devoted husband and father, and a man of deep faith as evident in every aspect of his life.
We attest to his moral integrity and dismiss the charges against him as incompatible with his character and beliefs, as those who know him would agree. We express our heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming support that Eric has received from friends and the community at large.
Together, we will see this through and Eric will emerge victorious. His good name will be cleared, and his integrity restored.
