Joint Task Force Clarifies Amnesty Report on Giwa Barracks
The Headquarters of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), issued a clarification regarding a report by Amnesty International that alleged deaths of detainees at Giwa Barracks, Maiduguri. The military stated that the report, originally published in May 2016, refers to events and figures from January to May 2016, and should not be interpreted as a reflection of current circumstances in 2026.
The Acting Military Information Officer, Captain Mohammed Goni, emphasized the importance of providing historical context when discussing sensitive issues to avoid creating public apprehension. OPHK noted that the Joint Investigation Centre at Giwa Barracks operates under Nigerian laws and international standards, focusing on the welfare and rehabilitation of detainees.
The task force reiterated its commitment to professional conduct and improving the management of detainees while maintaining transparency with humanitarian organizations and media access in 2026.
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