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Court Rejects DCP Abba Kyari’s Appeal To Drop Drug Case—-The Court of Appeal in Abuja has dismissed the appeal by suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, DCP Abba Kyari, challenging the charges against him related to an alleged unlawful drug deal.

Kyari’s appeal contested the decision of Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, who, on March 22, refused to dismiss the charges against him and four other police personnel.

Kyari argued that the Federal High Court lacked the jurisdiction to try them before they were subjected to internal disciplinary mechanisms of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF).

Justice Nwite ruled that the powers of the Police Service Commission (PSC) do not override the powers of the Federal High Court.

On Thursday, a three-member panel of the appellate court, led by Justice Adebukola Banjoko, upheld the Federal High Court’s ruling and dismissed Kyari’s appeal. Justice Banjoko stated, “This court finds no reason to disturb the findings and conclusions reached by the learned trial judge of the Federal High Court, and the ruling delivered on the 22nd day of March 2023 is affirmed.”

The appellate court directed that the trial should continue at the Federal High Court, declaring Kyari’s appeal unmeritorious. Justices Peter Obiora and Okon Abang, who were on the panel, concurred with the lead judgment.

Kyari, the former head of the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) of the Nigeria Police Force, and four members of the IRT—ACP Sunday J. Ubua, ASP Bawa James, Inspector Simon Agirgba, and Inspector John Nuhu—are being prosecuted by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).

They are charged with conspiracy to deal in 17.55kg of cocaine, dealing in cocaine without lawful authority, conspiracy to tamper with cocaine, and unlawfully tampering with 21.35kg of cocaine seized from two convicted drug dealers.

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Custody Death Scandal: LawyerTemokun Drags NDLEA, Demands Immediate Probe

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Custody Death Scandal: Lawyer Temokun Drags NDLEA, Demands Immediate Probe—-Calls for accountability grow after fresh death mirrors earlier prolonged detention case in Ondo.

Human rights lawyer Temokun has condemned the death of a detainee in the custody of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), demanding an immediate and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The lawyer described the development as alarming, linking it to a previous case in Ondo State involving prolonged detention without due process. In that earlier incident, Temokun had accused authorities of незакон detention and rights violations, insisting that suspects must be charged to court rather than held indefinitely.

He stressed that repeated allegations of unlawful detention and abuse within custody raise serious concerns about accountability and adherence to the rule of law.

Temokun called on relevant authorities to thoroughly probe the latest death, ensure justice for the victim, and prevent a recurrence of such incidents.

The NDLEA has yet to issue an official response regarding the latest allegations, as pressure mounts from legal and civil society groups for greater oversight of detention practices.

The incident adds to growing scrutiny of law enforcement agencies over the treatment of detainees and respect for fundamental human rights in Nigeria.

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Bandit Attack Empties Omugo Village in Kwara State (VIDEO)

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Bandit Attack Empties Omugo Village in Kwara State (VIDEO)—-Residents of Omugo community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State have reportedly fled their homes following a fresh wave of bandit attacks, worsening security fears in the area.

The latest incident comes days after armed men stormed a church in the community, abducting several worshippers during a service and throwing residents into panic.

Sources say the repeated attacks have forced the villagers to abandon their homes over fears of further violence, leaving the community deserted.

Security operatives, alongside local vigilantes, have since launched rescue operations, successfully freeing some abducted victims, while efforts continue to secure the release of others.

The Kwara State Government condemned the attack, describing it as a cowardly act, and assured residents that security agencies are intensifying efforts to track down the perpetrators.

The development adds to growing concerns over rising insecurity in parts of Kwara, following earlier deadly attacks in nearby communities that left scores dead and displaced many residents.

With fear gripping Omugo, many residents remain displaced as authorities work to restore calm and prevent further attacks.

Watch Video of the Deserted Omugo Village Below:

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