An activist, Chimezie, has reportedly been arrested by the police in Abuja after criticising the Rivers State Commissioner of Police, CP Adepoju, over allegations of land grabbing.
Chimezie was said to have been taken into police custody in Abuja following comments in which he accused the Rivers State police chief of involvement in alleged land-related activities.
The circumstances surrounding the arrest remain unclear, while details of the allegations and the police’s response to them have yet to be fully established.
The activist’s arrest has sparked concern among rights advocates and observers, who are questioning whether his detention is connected to his criticism of a senior police officer.
No official statement has so far been made publicly available by the Nigeria Police Force clarifying the reason for Chimezie’s arrest or addressing the allegations against CP Adepoju.
The development comes amid continuing concerns in Nigeria over the treatment of activists and critics who make allegations against public officials and security authorities.
Further details are expected as the police and other parties involved respond to the incident.
