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Group Accuses Nigerian Police Of Abuse Of Power, Tags Journalist NonsoNkwa’s Detention As Deliberate Victimisation

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The organisation said the continued detention of journalist, Chinonso Uba, popularly known as NonsoNkwa, without credible evidence is a clear case of deliberate victimisation and political prosecution.

 

A human rights advocacy organisation, the Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC), has lambasted the Nigeria Police Force for “abusing power, undermining the integrity of the legal process and attempting to silence dissent voices”.

The organisation said the continued detention of journalist, Chinonso Uba, popularly known as NonsoNkwa, without credible evidence is a clear case of deliberate victimisation and political prosecution.

The Executive Director of RULAAC, Okechukwu Nwanguma, in a statement issued on Thursday said in its brazen abuse of power and attempt to stifle individuals for political reasons, the police, knowing that a Magistrates’ Court lacks jurisdiction over charges the against Uba, deliberately arraigned him before the court to prolong his detention.

 

Nwanguma siad, “The actions taken against Nonso Nkwa bear resemblances of victimisation and political persecution.

“Arranging to bring Mr. Nonso Nkwa before a Magistrate’s Court, knowing it lacked jurisdiction over the charges, suggests a deliberate attempt to prolong his detention.

“The police’s decision to arrest and detain him without credible evidence undermines the integrity of the legal process and raises questions about the motives behind the arrest.

“These actions reflect a potential misuse of power aimed at silencing dissent or targeting individuals for political reasons.”

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The RULAAC boss said the police’s choice not to present Nonso Nkwa’s case to an appropriate court with competent jurisdiction indicates failure of the police to adhere to established legal standards and due process.

He, therefore, called for an “independent review is essential to ensure that law enforcement agencies operate within the law and do not exploit their powers for political ends”.

 

According to him, Nonso Nkwa’s case exemplifies the critical need for transparency, accountability, and adherence to the rule of law to prevent the abuse of power by state authorities.

SaharaReporters had reported that the Magistrates’ Court in Owerri, the Imo State capital, on Wednesday, denied Nonso Nkwa bail and remanded him at the Owerri Correctional Centre.

Uba was arraigned before the Chief Magistrate, His Worship Adikaibe, on five counts preferred against him by N.S. Onwochie, Legal Prosecution Officer, Owerri, Imo State on behalf of the state police commissioner.

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The five counts include conspiracy, treason and arson.

 

The journalist was apprehended on October 20 near Teachers House, Owerri-Port Harcourt Road, following a petition regarding viral videos allegedly containing inflammatory statements.

The videos were said to relate to the burning of the National Open University (NOUN) Study Centre in Nsu, Ehime Mbano LGA, on September 30, 2024.

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2Baba Cries Out For Help in Now Deleted Instagram Post

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This morning, 2Baba posted “Help Me” on his Instagram stories, but less than 20 minutes later, the message vanished.

For the past few days, his relationship with his current wife, Senator Natasha Osawaru, has been under serious scrutiny, as a series of public incidents have surfaced and fuelled widespread speculation about the state of their marriage.

His cry for help should not be taken lightly. But who will answer him?

Will it be his family, his close friends, or the entertainment industry that has benefited from his legendary career?

At this point, one thing is clear. The music icon seems to be calling for real support and those around him cannot afford to look away.

 

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BREAKING: Unknown Gunmen Attack Gov. Otti’s Advance Team In Imo, As Scores Were Kidnapped From A Bus Along Owerri-Road Road

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An advance team of Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, escaped unhurt after unidentified gunmen opened fire on their vehicle in the early hours of Tuesday, December 2, 2025, along the Umuowa–Ihite axis in Imo State.

The three-member team was en route to Sam Mbakwe Cargo Airport, Owerri, when the attack occurred shortly before the airport junction.

In a statement electronically signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Ukoha Njoku Ukoha, the Abia Government clarified that Governor Otti’s main convoy was not involved in the incident and was nowhere near the location at the time.

“The convoy of His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, was not attacked. No member of the advance team or any other person sustained injury, and no life was lost,” the statement stressed, urging the public to disregard rumours suggesting otherwise.

It was learned that Security agencies have been notified, and investigations are underway to identify and apprehend the assailants.

Meanwhile, a commercial bus plying along Owerri -Aba road towards the Ngor Okpala axis was attacked Monday and scores of passengers were feared kidnapped by yet-to-identify gunmen.

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Gunmen attack Ngige’s convoy in Anambra

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The convoy of former Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, was attacked by gunmen in Umuoji, Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Ngige who confirmed the incident to newsmen, stated that he was not in the convoy when the attack occurred. He mentioned that several people were shot and injured.

“I was not in the convoy. I’m still alive and well. Those hoodlums have started again. I came to my state to relax, but what happened is unfortunate. I will go back to Abuja. But I assure those who did this, they will not go unpunished.” he said

The vehicles were reportedly returning from a mechanic workshop in Nkpor when the gunmen struck along the busy Umuoji–Nkpor Road leading to Alor, Ngige’s hometown.

According to Mr. Fred Chukwulobelu, Ngige’s former Special Adviser on Media, a policeman in the pilot car was shot, and the attackers, dressed in police and army uniforms, took away his gun and uniform.

He also confirmed that a woman filming the incident was fatally shot. He added that a shop owner who rushed out to see what was happening was also shot; he lost significant blood and is scheduled for surgery, but is expected to recover fully.

The pilot car was riddled with bullets, while the wounded escort leader has undergone surgery and is also expected to recover.

Meanwhile, the Anambra State Police Command said it has launched a state-wide manhunt for the perpetrators.

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