According to the Nigerian Army, Corporal Amina Maidoki, a female soldier, was arrested and detained on charges of misbehavior and theft.
The Army said in a statement through Lt-Col Appolonia Anele, Acting Director of Army Public Relations, that Maidoki is under investigation for “allegations of conduct that contradicts the fundamental values of the Nigerian Army, including but not limited to the accusation of theft.”
However, the Nigerian Army denied any allegations of illegal detention or denial of legal representation, while warning the public that more information on the probe will be released when it is suitable and cautioning against speculation.
As a professional military organization, the NA is governed by the highest standards of military ethics, internal regulations, and the Armed Forces Act’s current provisions (Cap A20 LFN 2004). As a result, her brief incarceration is compliant with the legal protocols outlined for military members. Discipline in the Nigerian Army is not random, which is a crucial point to remember. All employees have a right to procedural fairness, and they are subject to due process laws.
According to the statement, Anele stated that Corporal Maidoki continues to get the proper welfare in accordance with military standards and that the current inquiry into this incident is being carried out with the highest regard for her legal and human rights.
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These kinds of claims are all untrue and made merely to mislead the public and arouse unnecessary emotions. Thus, the Army urged the public to ignore such fraudulent submissions.
Additionally, the Army acknowledged the worries raised by Maidoki’s family and assured them that it is open to legitimate dialogue and contact, provided that it adheres to the existing operational and investigation procedures.
Regardless of the individuals involved, the Nigerian Army makes sure that everyone’s rights are upheld.
Nonetheless, no one is above the law or immune from military regulation. To maintain the Nigerian Army’s integrity, unity, and efficacy, allegations of misbehavior must be completely and legally addressed, the statement said.
