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Hours after arraignment of 76 minors in one of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday by the federal government, Senator Sani Musa (APC Niger East ) condemned the action in its entirety by describing it as inhumane and unjust.
The 76 minors arraigned before Justice Obiora Egwuatu, had allegedly participated violently in the “EndBadGovernance ” protest in August this year, arrested and kept in Police custody since then .
At the commencement of proceedings, the children, who looked ill and malnourished, were asked to come forward to take their plea.
While some huddled in the dock, others stood outside the cubicle due to insufficient space.
However, four minors were rushed out of the courtroom after they collapsed and writhed in pain.
Reacting to the arraignment, Senator Sani Musa in a personally signed statement said, “I strongly condemn the unjust detention of minors following the #EndBadGovernance protests.
“It is deeply troubling that, despite the hardships and challenges these young children have endured, there is a push to have them imprisoned rather then the afforded compassion and understanding. Such actions are not only inhumane but also unjust.
“I also condemn the judicial stance advocating for the continued detention of these minors, which is entirely unacceptable and contrary to the principles of justice and fairness.
“I call upon the Inspector General of Police to launch an immediate investigation into this matter to ensure accountability and protect the rights of these young citizens.
“This issue must be addressed urgently, and I will continue to stand with my constituents and all Nigerians in the pursuit of justice and good governance”.
