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What NIC Did to Police Officer Who Shot Woman at Checkpoint, Claimed ‘Accidental Discharge

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What NIC Did to Police Officer Who Shot Woman at Checkpoint, Claimed ‘Accidental Discharge By Our Correspondent He was acquitted of murder, but the victory did not bring back his police job. A National Industrial Court ruling has upheld the dismissal of Corporal Ishmael Iwatt, saying his "accidental discharge" defence raised serious concerns about his ability to safely handle a service rifle Can a police officer be reinstated after being acquitted of murder? Not necessarily. The National Industrial Court has ruled that a criminal acquittal does not automatically restore employment where an officer was dismissed after disciplinary proceedings over his…

IPOB Warns Kanu’s Transfer to Sokoto Prison Endangers His Life, Threatens Appeal Rights

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IPOB Warns Kanu’s Transfer to Sokoto Prison Endangers His Life, Threatens Appeal Rights By Charity Uwakwe "IPOB warns that moving Nnamdi Kanu to Sokoto prison endangers his safety and could obstruct his right to appeal. The group calls for international monitoring and urges the Federal Government to uphold constitutional safeguards." The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has condemned the transfer of its detained leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, to a correctional facility in Sokoto State, warning that the move poses serious risks to his safety and may impede his constitutional right to pursue an appeal. In a statement issued on Sunday,…

Nnamdi Kanu’s Continued Detention: A Test of Nigeria’s Justice, Fairness, Rule of Law – Dr. Emeka Kalu

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Nnamdi Kanu’s Continued Detention: A Test of Nigeria’s Justice, Fairness, and Rule of Law – Dr. Emeka Kalu Dr. Emeka Kalu condemns the continued detention of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, calling it a test of Nigeria’s justice system and a threat to the rule of law. He urges the judiciary to uphold fairness, transparency, and human rights over political interests. The ongoing case of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), stands as a defining test of justice, fairness, and the integrity of Nigeria’s legal system. His prolonged detention and the drawn-out nature of his trial…