Nigerian governor orders release of detained teenager who allegedly insulted him - Official

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Sixteen years old Umar was reportedly arrested by the police on 11 December in Nguru for allegedly insulting the governor on social media.

His arrest became public knowledge when his father, Garba Isa, called on the police to release his son.

“This is the price of leadership and we are fully conscious of it, therefore, l couldn’t have ordered nor condoned the detention of anyone. Mr Buni, however, said that although his administration ran an open government, contributions and criticisms should be constructive and meaningful.

 

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Demonstration of crazy or democracy, excuse Fela. Freedom of speech. Big deal. Why arrest her to begin with.

Power Drunk Governor has relented and Athorized the Release of a 16 yrs old he Ordered Locked Up in Police Cell for Insults vis Social Media. No wonder we have Many Law Breakers today as Bandits, Insurgents and Hooligans who throw stones at Convoys cos' they are Denied Opinions

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