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IGP HAS ACCESS TO IRT FILES WHETHER ABBA KYARI IS THERE OR NOT… IIP-SARS
IGP HAS ACCESS TO IRT FILES WHETHER ABBA KYARI IS THERE OR NOT… IIP-SARS
By: Michael Mike
The Independent Investigative Panel on Human Rights Violation by the defunct SARS and other Units of the Nigerian Police force has stated that the Inspector General of Police (IGP) has access to the files and other relevant records at the IGP Intelligence Response Team Unit (IRT).
Dr. Garba Tetengi SAN. Stated this in a case of alleged unlawful arrest and detention, torture cruel and inhuman, and degrading treatment brought against DCP Abba Kyari by the families of Yakubu Danjuma, Ibrahim Daniel, and Choji Dung .
Dr. Tetengi who is representing the Chairman of the Panel Justice Sulieman Galadima, has told the police counsel not to personalize the issue, he posed a question to the police asking, “If Abba Kyari is not there, are they (the victims) not in police custody?” “Police is an institution which we all know, it is the umbrella organization of all the officers and units working within the institution” Abba Kyari’s absence should not cripple investigations, meaning the police should be able to provide necessary information any time the need arises whether an officer is on duty or not.
Tetengi expressed disappointment at the actions of the police saying the police has yet again failed to comply with the order of the panel by not producing the alleged victims in their custody before the panel. Meanwhile, the Senior Advocate of Nigeria has asked the police to go through its record at the IRT and stop being on the defensive, he told the counsel to the police “you are the IGP we know as far as the panel is concerned “he said.
Responding counsel to the police DCP James Idachacba has informed the panel to take judicial notice of the fact that they are not representing Abba Kyari which informed the decision that he be summoned personally to appear and clear the air. Idachaba told the panel that he (Abba Kyari ) is not in the custody of the police hence the inability of the police to extract information from him.
Furthermore, he mentioned before the panel that whatever defense they will put as counsel to the IGP is hinged on what the first respondent will say stating that the IGP is a nominal party.
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Reacting, counsel to the complainants S I Ugo has pleaded with the panel to impress on the police to produce the 3 persons in their custody, he lamented that the police have been informed of the whereabouts of the victims, he told the panel that they are detained at the Area 10 police station.
It may be recalled that the panel had made an order on 11 of March 2022 directing the chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency NDLEA to Produce DCP Abba Kyari before the panel on the 22 of March 2022 on a petition bothering of alleged disappearance of 3 persons namely Yakubu Danjuma, Ibrahim Daniel, and Choji Dung from the custody of the IGP IRT.
However, in response to that request, an administrative letter was written to the chairman of the panel by Abdullahi Haruna SAN. the counsel to Abba Kyari requesting that all petitions be made available to them to enable them to study it and respond appropriately.
Meanwhile, they are requesting a period of 2 months to be able to respond adequately.
The panel has obliged them one week the matter has been adjourned to the 30 of March 2022.
IGP HAS ACCESS TO IRT FILES WHETHER ABBA KYARI IS THERE OR NOT… IIP-SARS
Troops recover additional weapon, ammunition after Kukareta attack in Yobe
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have recovered additional arms and ammunition during follow-up clearance operations after a recent terrorist attack on Kukareta in Yobe State.
Security sources said the troops conducted a sweep of the general area of contact at about 8:00 a.m. as part of ongoing exploitation operations aimed at tracking fleeing insurgents.
During the search, the troops recovered one AK-47 rifle with registration number 178910, one magazine and five rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, believed to have been abandoned by the terrorists while escaping from the scene.
The sources said the recovered items had been secured, adding that no further enemy contact was made during the operation.
They added that troops would continue follow-up exploitation operations in the area, noting that the general security situation remains fluid but under control, with troops maintaining high morale and operational effectiveness.
Troops recover additional weapon, ammunition after Kukareta attack in Yobe
Troops foil kidnap attempt, rescue victim in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 1 Division Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have foiled a kidnap attempt and rescued a civilian in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Security sources told Zagazola that the incident occurred in the early hours of April 26 at about 3:00 a.m., when troops on night patrol at Sanga responded to reports of sporadic gunshots along Ungwan Mohammadu village road.
The sources said the troops swiftly moved to the scene and made contact with suspected kidnappers, engaging them in a firefight that forced the criminals to flee.
According to the sources, one civilian who sustained gunshot wounds during the incident was rescued by the troops.
The victim was immediately evacuated to Confidence Hospital in Fadan Karshi for medical attention and is currently receiving treatment.
The sources added that troops have intensified patrols and are conducting follow-up operations to track down the fleeing suspects and prevent further attacks in the area.
Troops foil kidnap attempt, rescue victim in Kaduna
Troops arrest 10 suspects in Benue offensive operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have arrested 10 suspected terrorists during an offensive operation in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources told Zagazola that the operation was carried out in the early hours of April 25 at about 12:01 a.m. by troops deployed at Kyado.
The sources said the troops conducted a targeted offensive on a suspected terrorist enclave in the area, leading to the arrest of the 10 suspects.
According to the sources, the suspects were apprehended without incident and are currently in military custody for further investigation.
They added that the operation forms part of ongoing efforts to dismantle criminal hideouts and restore security in parts of Benue State.
The sources assured that troops will continue sustained offensive actions to rid the area of criminal elements and ensure the safety of residents.
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