Amnesty urges credible probe into Dadiyata's disappearance

Amnesty International has lauded the Nigerian Police Inspector-General's directive to investigate the enforced disappearance of Abubakar Idris, a government critic widely known as Dadiyata. This move comes nearly seven years after his abduction in Kaduna State, a case that has long demanded answers.

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welcomes the directive issued on 8 May 2026 by the Inspector-General of Police ordering an investigation into the enforced disappearance

The organization's statement on Sunday highlighted the significance of this directive, issued on May 8, 2026. It noted that the investigation is a response to petitions detailing serious allegations against two serving police officers implicated in Dadiyata's disappearance. This referral to the Police Monitoring Unit signals a potential turning point in the pursuit of justice.

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the authorities must ensure that the investigation is prompt, impartial, transparent, effective, and capable of establishing the full circumstances surrounding Dadiyata’s enforced disappearance.

Amnesty International stressed the critical need for a credible and transparent investigation. They called for the process to be prompt, impartial, and effective, aiming to uncover the full circumstances surrounding Dadiyata's enforced disappearance. The group also emphasized the importance of protecting individuals connected to the case from intimidation and making the inquiry's findings public.

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guarantee the independence of the investigation, protect all individuals connected to the case from intimidation or reprisals, and make the findings of the inquiry public.

This development is particularly crucial given the history of such cases in Nigeria, where enforced disappearances and lack of accountability have been persistent concerns. The call for justice for Dadiyata, a lecturer at Federal University Dutsin-Ma, resonates with many who have advocated for truth and accountability. Amnesty's involvement underscores the international attention this case has garnered and the pressure on Nigerian authorities to deliver justice.

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where sufficient admissible evidence exists, anyone found responsible, regardless of rank or position, must be brought to justice in proceedings that meet international fair trial standards.