The Nigeria Bar Association (NBA) has criticized the Federal Government’s approach to fighting corruption. The association accused the government of unfairly probing judges without pressing charges. On Monday, the NBA demanded an immediate end to the investigations and asked that all affected judges return to their duties.
In addition, the NBA called for the release of Sheik Ibrahim El-Zakzaky and Col. Sambo Dasuki (retd.). The Department of State Services detained both men in December 2015. However, several court orders have directed the government to free them, but those orders remain ignored.
NBA President, Abubakar Mahmoud (SAN), spoke about the matter during a press conference on Saturday. He condemned the prolonged detention of El-Zakzaky and Dasuki. Mahmoud emphasized that the government must start obeying court rulings without delay.
Mahmoud also criticized the slow pace of the judges’ investigations. He noted that eight months had passed with no formal charges filed. According to him, “This situation is completely unsatisfactory and must stop.”
The NBA further pointed out flaws in the government’s anti-corruption strategy. Instead of relying heavily on dramatic arrests and whistle-blowing, the association urged the government to strengthen existing agencies. The NBA believes real progress requires better coordination, improved systems, and greater investment in investigative bodies.
Source: Punch News
