The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has demanded for
immediate release of the President of National Youth Council of Nigeria,
Barrister Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere who has been arrested by the Department of
State Services (DSS).
The demand was made in a statement signed by CNPP’s Secretary General,
Chief Willy Ezugwu on Tuesday, cautioning the State security agencies on
illegal arrest and detention of law abiding citizens who have contrary view
on any issue concerning the government of the day.
“We demand for the immediate release of President of National Youth Council
of Nigeria, Barrister Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere who has been arrested by the
Department of State services (DSS).
“According to information available to us, Barrister Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere
was illegally arrested and detained bt the DSS for initiating contempt
proceedings against Minister of Youths & Sports Solomon Dalung & for
demanding for fair trial for Senate President Bukola Saraki.
“Citizens of Nigeria must be allowed to hold opinion in line with the laws
of the land. We therefore demand the immediate and unconditional release of
the Barrister Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere”, the statement read.
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