Residents of Jos, Plateau State Detained and Extorted by Nigerian Police
Residents of Jos, Plateau State are speaking out about their harrowing experience of being detained and extorted by policemen from the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Anglo-Jos Police Division. The incident, which occurred recently, has left the victims traumatized and seeking justice.
In a series of social media posts, a Crypto trader from Jos, who wishes to remain anonymous for security reasons, detailed the events that unfolded. According to his account, a group of officers stormed his estate in the evening, rounding up all the men present and taking them to the police station for questioning.
Once at the police station, the situation took a disturbing turn. The officers accused the residents of cybercrimes and armed robbery, detaining five out of the seven residents in a cell. The victims were coerced into writing false statements admitting to involvement in criminal activities, but they refused to do so without their lawyers present.
The ordeal did not end there. The following morning, the residents were subjected to further distress as they were coerced into paying a substantial sum of money to secure their release. The Crypto trader revealed that they were forced to hand over more than N500,000 before they were finally set free.
The shocking incident has sent shockwaves through the community, raising concerns about police abuse of power and extortion. Many residents are left wondering how their rights can be so easily violated and how such misconduct can go unchecked.
In response to the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer, Alfred Alabo, urged the victims to officially report the case with their evidence. Assuring them that the matter would be thoroughly investigated, he requested the victims to come forward and provide him with the necessary details.
This incident serves as a reminder of the need for accountability and transparency within the Nigerian police force. Cases of police misconduct and extortion must be taken seriously, and the victims must be assured that justice will be served. It is crucial that authorities address the concerns of the residents of Jos, Plateau State and take appropriate action to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
The affected residents are now pinning their hopes on a thorough investigation and a fair resolution to this distressing ordeal. They seek reassurance that their rights will be protected and that those responsible for their unjust detention and extortion will be held accountable.
The incident in Jos, Plateau State highlights the urgent need for reforms within the Nigerian police force and underscores the importance of establishing a system that safeguards citizens’ rights and upholds the principles of justice and fairness.
