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Nigerian Bar Association Demands Release of Abducted Lawyer in Abuja

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Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) is demanding the immediate release of a lawyer, Eunice Ameh, who was abducted in Abuja.
  • NBA President Afam Osigwe described the incident as deeply disturbing and called on the Inspector General of Police to intensify efforts for her safe return.
  • The association emphasized its role as a community that supports its members and urged the public to provide any useful information.

The abduction of Eunice Ameh, a lawyer and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, in Abuja has sent shockwaves through the Nigerian legal community, prompting a strong and urgent call for her release from the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).

Release Eunice Ameh now! When a young lawyer goes missing, the pain is not distant to the Nigerian Bar Association, it is personal.

— Afam Osigwe, NBA PresidentThis quote expresses the NBA's deep personal concern and urgency regarding the lawyer's abduction.

NBA President Afam Osigwe has unequivocally demanded the immediate freedom of Ms. Ameh, articulating the profound pain and concern felt by legal practitioners across the nation. His statement underscores that the disappearance of a young lawyer is not merely a professional issue but a deeply personal one for the NBA, highlighting the strong bonds of solidarity within the association. The NBA views itself as more than just a professional body; it is a community united by shared experiences and a collective responsibility to protect its members.

We are more than a professional body; we are a community bound by shared sacrifice, shared dreams, and a collective duty to stand for one another.

— Afam Osigwe, NBA PresidentThis highlights the NBA's view of itself as a close-knit community, emphasizing solidarity.

The NBA's appeal extends beyond mere condemnation. It is a direct call to action for the Inspector General of Police, urging the deployment of all necessary tactical and intelligence resources to secure Ms. Ameh's safe release and to bring those responsible to justice. The association stresses the urgency of the situation, emphasizing that every passing hour is critical and that every effort must count. This is not a time for routine assurances but for decisive and effective action from security agencies.

No young Nigerian who answered the call to national service should disappear without an immediate, coordinated, and determined response from our security agencies.

— Afam Osigwe, NBA PresidentThis statement calls for a robust and immediate response from security forces to ensure the safe return of the abducted lawyer.

Furthermore, the NBA has appealed to the public for assistance, recognizing that community cooperation is vital in such cases. They stand in solidarity with Ms. Ameh's family, friends, and colleagues during this agonizing period, urging anyone with pertinent information to come forward. The incident also brings to the fore the broader issue of security in the Federal Capital Territory and the need for enhanced protection for all citizens, particularly those serving the nation through programs like the NYSC. The NBA's firm stance reflects a commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring the safety and well-being of its members.

We therefore call on the Inspector General of Police to urgently deploy all necessary tactical and intelligence resources toward securing Eunice’s safe release and ensuring that anyone connected to her disappearance is swiftly brought to justice.

— Afam Osigwe, NBA PresidentThis is a direct appeal to the police chief to prioritize the rescue operation and bring perpetrators to justice.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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