Residents of Iweke, Ilobi-Omuwa, Koto-Obo and Idode communities in Yewa South Local Council of Ogun State have called on the police to grant a detained resident, Seye Olatunji, immediate access to his lawyer and family, while demanding clarification on the circumstances surrounding his arrest.
The demand was made in a statement on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, ValidViewNetwork reports.
THE DEMAND
The residents said Olatunji had been in custody without access to his lawyer or family, and that they had not been informed of the charges against him.
They called on the police to respect his fundamental rights and to ensure that he was not subjected to torture or inhuman treatment.
THE CONTEXT
The circumstances of Olatunji’s arrest were not immediately clear. The residents said they were concerned about his welfare and wanted to know why he was being held.
The police have not issued a statement on the matter.
WHY IT MATTERS
Detention without access to a lawyer or family is a violation of fundamental rights. It is also a recipe for abuse.
The residents of Iweke and its neighbouring communities are demanding accountability and transparency. They are asking the police to do what the law requires: grant the detainee access to his lawyer and family, and clarify the charges against him.
The demand has been made. The police have not responded. And the community waits for justice. ValidViewNetwork reports.
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