Police debunk PCAC chairman arrest claims, honours invitation

Stanley Ihedigbo

Nigeria Police Force has debunked the claims made by Mr. Muhuyi Magaji Rimin Gado, the Chairman of the Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission, regarding his alleged arrest by police authorities.

According to the Force Police Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Mr. Magaji was not arrested; instead, he was invited by the Force about a petition received against him.

He further said that on Friday, January 17, 2025, the Inspector-General of Police Monitoring Unit received a petition against Mr. Muhuyi.

“By standard investigative protocols, he was invited to engage with police officials as part of due process in addressing the matter. Given his role as a public servant and a respected individual within society, it is expected of Mr Muhuyi to cooperate with the police to ensure a proper investigation is carried out, rather than seeking to create media attention.

“Any assertions indicating that Mr. Magaji was arrested are unfounded and misleading. We urge the media and general public to avoid disseminating misinformation that may cause unnecessary alarm or confusion. The Force remains committed to upholding the rule of law and following due process in all investigations,” he stated.