Court Gives New Order On IGP’S Imprisonment | READ DETAILS
Justice Bolaji Olajuwon of a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, set aside the contempt proceedings and committal order against the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Akali Usman Baba.
The Court also discharged and acquitted the IGP of the conviction and 3 months sentence. This is following the motion filed before the Federal High Court on Thursday 1st December, 2022, highlighting the basis why the order should be vacated, particularly as the Force had complied with the original ruling of the court for the reinstatement of one Patrick C. Okoli, the plaintiff in the matter.
Justice Olajuwon in his ruling held that the IGP has substantially complied with the judgment of the court earlier delivered in 2011 since 2015, and is therefore entitled to acquittal, and accordingly acquitted him of any wrongdoing.
Baba commended the Court for setting aside the order, while reiterating the unwavering commitment of the Nigeria Police Force under his watch to uphold and respect the rule of law, and ensure the continuous protection of the fundamental rights of all persons.
