Breaking: Detained minors finally released

#EndBadGovernance protesters, among whom were minors, recently in court

Published By: Paul Dada

By Paul Dada

The minors detained over their involvement in #EndBadGovernance protests have been released from detention.

It was learnt that the minors who were released on Tuesday morning were being taken to Aso Rock to foster their reunion with their families.

The release of the minors was in compliance with the order made by  President of Bola Tinubu on Monday.

Tinubu had instructed the Attorney General of the Federation to take all necessary steps to secure the immediate release of minors held by the Nigeria Police in connection with recent protests.

He also tasked the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs has been tasked with facilitating the safe return of the minors to their families.

Similarly, the Inspector- General of Police ordered a probe of the alleged maltreatment of the minors in detention.