Crime
Nigeria Air Force arrests personnel flogging citizens in Ilesha
The Nigeria Air Force (NAF) has announced the arrest of its personnel that were videoed beating citizens in Ilesha, Osun state.
The Air Force also condemned their actions stressing that it does not condone “such irresponsible acts and has zero tolerance for human rights violations”.
In a statement titled, ‘Alleged Flogging of Curfew Defaulters in Ilesha, Osun State’, NAF said, “The attention of Nigeria Air Force has been drawn to a video showing some personnel flogging/meting out corporal punishment on suspected hoodlums involved in criminal activities during the imposed curfew in Ilesha.
“We wish to inform the general public that Nigeria Air Force has identified all the personnel involved in the incident & placed them on close arrest, while investigation to determine their level culpability has commenced, after which appropriate disciplinary action will be taken.
“Nigeria Air Force, as a professional & disciplined force, does not condone such irresponsible acts & has zero tolerance for human rights violations, in whatever guise, even against suspected criminals; as all suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty by a court of law.
“The acts depicted in the video are at variance with our core values, as we place high premium on the rights of citizens. We wish to reassure that our personnel have been directed on professional conduct to ensure security, whilst remaining accountable to the Nigerian people
