NUJ Demands Review of Journalist's Detention in Kogi

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), represented by Vice President Alhaji Adeiza Momohjimoh of Zone D North Central, expressed serious concerns regarding the arrest and detention of journalist Mr. Opeyemi Owoey by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kogi State.

In a statement issued on Saturday, Momohjimoh highlighted the implications of such actions on press freedom and the role of security agencies in a democratic society. He cautioned the NSCDC Kogi State Command against being used by politicians for personal interests and stressed that security agencies must operate impartially within the confines of the law.

The NUJ emphasized that the statutory responsibilities of the NSCDC do not include scrutinizing journalists. Momohjimoh urged public officials to seek legal redress if aggrieved by media reports rather than using state security institutions to harass journalists.

He reaffirmed the NUJ's commitment to defending press freedom and called for an investigation into the matter to ensure accountability.