NBA Demands Immediate Release of Abducted Justice Bunza

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) condemned the abduction of Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza of the Kebbi State High Court, labeling it a serious attack on the judiciary and the rule of law. NBA President Afam Osigwe, SAN, called for the immediate and unconditional release of Justice Bunza, who was kidnapped from his residence in Bunza Local Government Area.

Osigwe emphasized that this incident poses a significant threat to the administration of justice and raises concerns regarding the safety of judicial officers in Nigeria. He urged the Inspector-General of Police, the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), the National Security Adviser, and other security agencies to intensify efforts for Justice Bunza's safe rescue and to track down the perpetrators.

The NBA also appealed to the Kebbi State Government to collaborate with federal security agencies to secure the judge's freedom and enhance security measures for judicial officers nationwide. The association expressed solidarity with Justice Bunza and the legal community, hoping for his swift and safe return.