Kano withdraws all charges against #Endbadgovernance protesters
Story by Dajen Comfort Yakubu
Kano State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Haruna Isa Dederi, has officially confirmed the withdrawal of all criminal charges against #EndBadGovernance protesters in Kano State.
This decision follows a petition submitted by Citizens’ Gavel, a Civil Society Organisation, on November 5, 2024.
The petition urged the AGF to exercise his constitutional authority under Section 211(1)(c) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) to dismiss the charges brought against peaceful protesters who were arrested in Kano State during nationwide demonstrations held from August 1 to August 10, 2024.
Communications Associate of Citizens’ Gavel, Rachael Adio, disclosed in a statement that the AGF officially withdrew the case on Monday, January 27.
According to Adio, the protesters faced baseless allegations, including conspiracy to commit treason, unlawful assembly, and public disturbance.
Citizens’ Gavel commended the Attorney General of Kano State for upholding the rule of law and respecting the constitutional freedoms of Nigerians.
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Rachael Adio stated, “Five months after, the withdrawal of these charges marks a significant victory for justice, reaffirming the rights of citizens to peacefully express their grievances without fear of persecution.”
Adio further stated, “We remain committed to advocating for justice, protecting civil liberties, and ensuring accountability within the justice system. We believe that a Nigeria where the rights of the people to dissent and peaceful protest is safeguarded is possible.”
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