The Take-It-Again Motion (TIB) has raised considerations over the arrest of its organizer in Kano State, Zubair A. Zubair.
In a publish on its social media platform, TIB reported that Zubair was arrested by operatives of the Division of State Companies (DSS) early Thursday. Whereas the explanations for his arrest stay unclear, sources recommend it might be associated to a vital Fb publish he made in regards to the authorities.
TIB said that Zubair is being transferred to Abuja and demanded his rapid and unconditional launch from DSS custody.
“TIB organizer in Kano, Zubair A. Zubair, was arrested by the DSS earlier in the present day. The rationale for his arrest stays unknown, however sources knowledgeable us it was linked to a Fb publish that had been vital of the federal government. The activist is being moved to Abuja. We demand his rapid and unconditional launch now!” TIB stated in its assertion.
Zubair, who has been vital of the Tinubu-led administration, was taken into custody by DSS brokers.
Barrister Harun Magashi, Zubair’s lawyer, confirmed the switch to the Nigerian Police Headquarters in Abuja.
“Zubair was arrested yesterday by the DSS in Kano. Initially, he was held by the DSS, however they handed him over to the police in Abuja,” Magashi defined.
When requested in regards to the cause for the arrest, Magashi stated, “We’re but to verify the fees in opposition to him. Nonetheless, we suspect it’s linked to his lively participation within the Finish Dangerous Governance protests and his outspoken stance in opposition to the present administration.”
Nura Muhammad, one other activist and shut affiliate, additionally confirmed Zubair’s arrest.
“Zubair has been fearless in his advocacy for the folks and has persistently criticized the insurance policies of the Tinubu administration. His arrest doesn’t come as a shock, however it’s a clear assault on free speech,” Nura stated.
Zubair is a recognized member of the Take-It-Again Motion, a company centered on activism and civic engagement in Nigeria.
On the time of compiling this report, efforts to succeed in the DSS and the Police Headquarters for remark had been unsuccessful. Activists in Kano and past have referred to as for Zubair’s rapid launch, elevating considerations over his security and the growing crackdown on dissent within the nation.
