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Civil Rights group in Anambra gives 7-day ultimatum to release 150 suspects in Udo GA chi detention camp, threatens court action
A Civil Society Organization, CSO, Congress of Civil Society, Anambra State chapter, gave the State Government a seven-day ultimatum within which to release about 150 suspects allegedly being incarcerated in various detention camps of Udo Ga Achi security outfit scattered all over the state including Awka, the state Capital
Giving the ultimatum, the chapter chairman, comrade Damian Ogudike, added that the government has the option of handing them over to the police within the period under review or it will not hesitate to drag the state government to court over the continued detention without trial adding that it is abuse of human dignity and freedom.
In a petition to Governor Chukwuma Soludo, signed by Ogudike and made available to newsmen, it is titled, “Operation of illegal detention camp set up by Udo Ga Chi,” The petion read in part thus:
“It is with greatest dismay that we petition your good offices over the activities of Udo Ga Achi security outfit . It has no doubt helped to control crime wave in the state to a reasonable extent but they are going against the provisions of the law establishing them and the supreme law of the land, 1999 constitution as amended to such a grave extent that can not be tolerated by well meaning individuals and organizations like ours, hence this petition”
”The security outfit runs a detention camp where it is alleged in viral videos that they have up to 150 detainees in the camp maintained at Awka and others outside Awka, where some have been detained since January 2025 till date”
“We will get across to your good offices the said videos as we doubt if the law setting up the security outfit empowers it to set up a detention camp and also empower her to detain individuals at all, let alone up to five months in her camp without handling over to the. Police”
“We believe you are not aware of the illegality and human right abuse being orchestrated by the security outfit and you have a duty as the Chief Security Officer of the state to call them to order and ensure justice is served on them”.
The petition copied the state commissioner of Police, Director of State Security Services, DSS and Attorney General and the Commissioner for Justice
The embattled National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, David Mark, on Friday held a closed-door meeting with leaders of the Peoples Redemption Party in Abuja. The private consultation is seen as a fresh round of political moves as the ADC continues to battle a lingering leadership crisis and growing internal divisions.
Top figures from both parties were said to be present at the meeting, including PRP National Chairman Hakeem Baba-Ahmed and senior ADC officials. The development is already drawing attention as opposition parties continue realignments ahead of the 2027 political season, with many watching closely for possible alliances and next steps in the party crisis.
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“ADC is a Holy Party, Cannot be used to Scam Nigerians Again” – Hon Success Opara tells David Mark
ADC Party in Turmoil: Hon Success Opara Slams Leadership, Warns Against Scamming Nigerians
Abuja, Nigeria – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is facing internal strife as Hon Success Opara, a prominent party official, has warned against attempts to use the party to deceive Nigerians. Opara specifically criticized the leadership of David Mark, stating that the party cannot be used to scam citizens again.
“ADC holy Party cannot be used to scam Nigerians again,” Opara said, emphasizing that those forming coalitions are hindering the party’s growth and denying youths opportunities to thrive.
“Those who are forming coalition don’t want to give the youths the chance to strive in the party,” she added.
Opara’s statement highlights the deepening divisions within the ADC, with concerns over leadership and the party’s direction.
The factional National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nafiu Bala Gombe, has announced that the party under his leadership will bar individuals above the age of 55 from contesting for political positions.
Gombe made the disclosure during an interview with BBC Hausa, where he outlined a vision centred on generational change and greater youth participation in politics.
“The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is a party that belongs to all Nigerians. What we are doing now is to ensure the party moves forward properly.
“We have decided that we will give the youths a real chance. The time has come for young people to take the lead in politics.
“If you are over 55 years old, you are not going to contest for positions in the ADC under our leadership.
“We want to bring in fresh blood, new ideas, and energy from the youth. Nigeria’s future depends on the young generation.
“The old ways have not worked well for the country. We need to open the door wide for youths to participate fully as candidates, leaders, and decision-makers,” he said.
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