Highlight

Rehabilitation centre turned torture cell shut down in Daura, 360 inmates freed

367

 

Barely three weeks after the Police in Kaduna rescued about 500 boys and men from a deplorable rehabilitation centre, hundreds of youths and underage children have been set free from another centre in Daura, Kastina, President Muhammadu Buhari’s country home.

 

Alarmed by the development, the Emir of Daura, Alhaji Faruk Umar Faruk, a retired Controller of Customs, described it as unbelievable.

 

“I’m shocked at the discovery …it is a surprise that such a thing is happening in my domain,’’ he said and called on the police and other relevant security agencies to carry out a thorough investigation on the issue.

 

He urged the police to be fair and just in their investigation and bring the culprits to justice.

 

Meanwhile, the Kastina Police Commissioner, Mr Sanusi Buba, who visited the centre in company of the emir, journalists and other relevant stakeholders, has ordered the closure of Malam Bello-mai’almajirai local reformatory centre in Daura.

 

More than 360 inmates had been subjected to all forms of inhuman treatment and torture for several years at the centre described as deplorable.

 

Buba said the condition of inmates called for urgent and serious concern, noting that the police would search the 34 local government areas in the state for such centres.

 

“The inmates were handcuffed and compelled to sleep in unventilated rooms.

 

“We would mount surveillance to fish out such culprits subjecting children to servitude,” he said.

 

He advised parents who took their children to the centre to come forward with valid means of identification to claim them.

 

Also speaking, ASP Gambo Isa, Katsina Police Command’s spokesperson, said the small mud house was meant to be a reformation centre for individuals with character deformation.

 

He said the police had raided the centre after children who “miraculously” fled the centre raised an alarm complaining of untold abuses.

 

“Some of the rescued people of ages between 7 and 40 years were found in chains and handcuffs.’’

 

The victims, who had suffered serious health complications, were taken to the hospitals for medical attention.

 

Eight people suspected to be coordinators of the centre have been arrested.

Leave a comment

Related Articles

NNPC Ltd. hosts NSC boss, pledges support for revitalization of Nigerian football

In a significant move to boost Nigerian football, the Nigerian National Petroleum...

Nigerian youths essential to repositioning Africa, says VP Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to youth...

Just in: Simon Ekpa ‘ll be extradited to Nigeria to face charges – Defence Headquarters

The Nigerian Defence Headquarters, Abuja, has announced plans to extradite Simon Ekpa,...

NPA’s CEO Dantsoho Makes History as First Nigerian Chairman of PMAWCA

In a groundbreaking achievement, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, Managing Director of the Nigerian...

Save for rainy day, Federal Accountant General urges state govts, emphasizes transparency, accountability

In a bid to ensure financial stability during adverse situations and economic...

Sacked UNIZIK VC Odoh to Tinubu: You can’t fire me through press release

Sacked Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), in Awka, Anambra State, Prof....

UBA to empower MSME’s with wealth management strategies at its ‘Built to Last’ series

As part of its commitment to deepen the growth and sustainability of...

Olopade assumes office as NSC DG, promises new lease of life for Nigerian sports

Bukola Olopade had assumed office as the Director General of the resuscitated...

Amid High Inflation Rate, IMF Pledges Support for Nigeria’s Economic Reforms

International Monetary Fund (IMF) President Kristalina Georgieva and her team met with...

Nigeria’s Super Falcons Ajibade, Nnadozie, Nominated for 2024 CAF Women’s Player of the Year

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the nominees for the...

Just in: FG announces reshuffle of governing councils at FUOYE, Kogi varsity

The Federal Government has made changes to the governing councils of Federal...

Exclusive: Eguavoen Opens Up on Declining NFF Contract Extension, Reveals Reasons

Super Eagles Coach, Austin Eguavoen, has revealed why he declined the Nigeria...

Boost for Nigeria’s Oil Production As NNPC’s Utapate Crude Grade Hits Global Oil Market

In a major boost for Nigeria’s crude oil production, revenue generation, and...

Just in: FG sacks varsity Pro-Chancellor for misconduct

The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has announced the removal of...

Just in: INEC presents Certificates of Return to Ondo Gov. Aiyedatiwa, deputy

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has presented Certificates of Return to...

Breaking: Senate sacks Danladi Umar, Code of Conduct Tribunal chairman  

Following proven allegations of gross misconduct and unacceptable behaviour, the Senate on...

Just in: South Africa takes over G20 Presidency from Brazil, first African nation to lead the bloc

South Africa has taken over the presidency of the G20 from Brazil,...

Tinubu submits 3 INEC REC, federal commissioner-nominees for Senate’s approval

President Bola Tinubu has sent the name of Ondo Resident Electoral Commissioner,...

Just in: After a night in custody, DSS in Ogun releases Ladi Adebutu

Mr. Ladi Adebutu, the 2023 People’s Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in...