Minister of Information and National Orientation Mohammed Idris revealed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commanded the unconditional release of all minors arrested and detained amidst anti-poor governance protests. #EndBadGovernance.
As reported by Poke Media Blog, the Minister informed State House Correspondents on Monday that President Tinubu has mandated a rigorous investigation into the involvement of law enforcement officials, ensuring that those responsible face suitable repercussions.
Idris said: “The President has directed that all minors be released on the and also reunited with their families anywhere they are in the country.
“A committee has been set up to look at the issues surrounding their arrest, detention and release. All the law enforcement agents related to the case will be investigated and anyone found wanting will be brought to book.”
Confirming the directive, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu's Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, disclosed that the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs has been mandated to ensure the secure return of all minors to their families.
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“President Bola Tinubu has directed the Attorney General of the Federation to do everything possible to ensure the immediate release of minors detained by the Nigeria Police in connection with the recent protests without prejudice to whatever legal processes are ongoing.
“The Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs has also been directed to ensure the safe return of all the minors to their families while an investigation has been opened into the circumstances leading to their prolonged detention,”
