Lawyer sues federal govt over ‘oppressive’ military checkpoints in South-east

A legal challenge has been mounted against the Nigerian federal government concerning the presence of military checkpoints in the country's South-east region. A lawyer has filed a suit, describing the checkpoints as "oppressive" and alleging widespread misconduct by military personnel.

The lawsuit targets the five South-east states: Enugu, Anambra, Ebonyi, Imo, and Abia. According to reports, individuals manning numerous checkpoints on major roads in these states have been accused of extorting money from motorists and engaging in harassment and intimidation. These alleged actions have created a climate of fear and frustration among residents and travelers.

This legal action aims to bring attention to and seek redress for what the plaintiff describes as abuses of power and violations of citizens' rights. The case underscores ongoing concerns about the conduct of security forces in certain regions of Nigeria and the impact of such operations on the daily lives of the populace.