The Lead Counsel to the detained IPOB leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, Barrister Aloy Ejimakor, has recounted his traumatic experience with the Nigeria Police Force following his arrest during a “Free Nnamdi Kanu” protest in Abuja.
Ejimakor, alongside Kanu’s brother, Prince Emmanuel Kanu, activist Omoyele Sowore, and other protesters, were detained and later arraigned before a Magistrates’ Court in Kuje. They were granted bail of ₦500,000 each before their eventual release from Kuje Prison on Monday.
Speaking to journalists after regaining freedom, Ejimakor described the entire experience as “traumatic and degrading,” revealing how police officers manhandled and tear-gassed them during the arrest.
“It’s traumatic in the manner of the arrest. We were shoved around, some were beaten, and teargas canisters were fired directly at us. But I’m back, re-energised, and grateful to everyone who stood by me,” he said.
Recall that Ejimakor had reportedly collapsed inside Kuje Prison, a day after the presiding magistrate allegedly refused to sign his bail bond. Reports indicated that he became weak and was attended to by prison nurses, with plans to transfer him to a hospital if his condition worsened.
Despite the harsh treatment, Ejimakor expressed determination to continue his legal and human rights advocacy, reaffirming his commitment to the freedom of Nnamdi Kanu.
