Security personnel were especially cautioned by Fagbemi, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, to always follow Section 35 of the 1999 Constitution with regard to the rights of suspects under their care.
Speaking on Thursday in Abuja at the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) annual lecture, the Attorney General (AGF) issued a warning that security personnel who are discovered to be holding suspects longer than permitted by the constitution risk facing harsh consequences.
He argued that his talk, which focused on “Governance, Security, and Human Rights,” was significant since it tackled some of the most important problems the nation is currently experiencing.
He stated that before making an arrest, law enforcement officials must conduct a thorough investigation. He also stated that circumstances in which individuals are kept in detention cells for longer than permitted by the Constitution or by a court order will not be accepted.
The AGF issued a warning, stating that anyone found guilty of unjustified detention will face the proper penalties.
He asserts that as the nation’s Chief Law Officer, he will make sure that no one infringes on the rights of others and that the administration of President Bola Tinubu will not tolerate any despicable behavior.
According to Section 35 of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 Constitution, law enforcement officials are required to obey the laws of the land and refrain from detaining anyone for longer than is appropriate. This was said by the minister.
Law enforcement officials must conduct thorough investigation before making an arrest. People who are being held in detention cells for longer than is permitted by the constitution or by a court order will no longer be permitted, and anyone found guilty of breaking the law will face the necessary penalties.
As the head of state, I will make sure that no one infringes on the rights of others, and the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will not support any despicable behavior.
It is impossible to emphasize how much HURIWA has contributed to this project. Your unwavering public education and advocacy efforts are essential to the achievement of human rights in Nigeria.
“As we commemorate this 17th lecture series, let us reaffirm our dedication to cooperating for a Nigeria where human rights, security, and good government coexist peacefully.
“Let us work to build a society where justice is upheld, every Nigerian can live without fear or oppression, and their rights are honored.”
