Nigerian Army Arrests Wife Of Lance Corporal Martins For Granting Media Interview

Date of Occurrence

June 25, 2020
State/Country

lagos

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Description

Ms. Victoria, the wife of Lance Corporal Martins has been arrested for granting a media interview over her husband's arrest.

In a viral video, Lance Corporal Martins complained about the inadequate measures employed by the army in combating Boko Haram. He blamed the Chief of Army Staff, Maj. Gen Tukur Buratai, for the failings of millitary personnel in crushing Boko Haram.

Details

Date of Occurrence

2020-06-25
State/Country

lagos
Perpetrator

The Nigerian Army
Source

http://saharareporters.com/2020/06/26/breaking-army-arrests-wife-lance-corporal-martins-granting-media-interview

Location

lagos

Region

South West

Rights & Freedom Violated

Freedom of Expression

Gender of Victim(s)

Mode of Attacks

Forced Disappearances, Unlawful Arrests and Detention

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