The National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates Confraternity) has issued a warning to men of the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) and other security apparatuses against its constant harrassment of Nigerian citizens.... CLICK TO READ THE FULL NEWS HERE▶▶
The confraternity made this known in a statement released by one of its ranking members, NAS Cap’n, Dr Joseph Oteri.
The Pyrates stressed that the acts of the Police and others were undemocratic and an affront of citizens’ fundamental human rights.
The Confraternity pointed to the recent arrest of the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, as well as the arraignment of several #EndBadGovernance protesters in courts across Nigeria, as bullying tactics by security agencies.
“The National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates Confraternity) is deeply troubled by the economic challenges facing Nigerians and the rising insecurity gripping our nation.
“Nigeria, as Africa’s largest economy, is grappling with issues such as high inflation, foreign exchange rate volatility, low productivity, weak governance, and inadequate infrastructure. These challenges not only threaten our growth prospects but also jeopardise stability.
“In addition to these pressing concerns, insecurity in Nigeria is escalating. A recent report by SBM Intelligence revealing 7,568 kidnappings in 1,130 incidents between July 2023 and June 2024 highlights the growing insecurity affecting our country.
“Amid these alarming circumstances, where Nigerians are already suffering from economic hardships and living in fear due to rising insecurity, it is disheartening to witness security agencies bullying innocent citizens under the guise of counter-terrorism,” the statement by the Pyrates read.
The Pyrates member warned that the citizens had less and less faith in the security agencies due to this high handedness.
“The National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates Confraternity) unequivocally condemns these actions by security agencies that trample on basic human rights and undermine democratic principles.”
The association called for a thorough investigation into the persecution of innocent Nigerians, stressing that the country’s democracy is founded on fairness, justice, and equality before the law.
“It is incumbent upon all relevant authorities at federal, state, and local levels to ensure that those responsible for violating the rights of Nigerian citizens are held accountable within Nigerian laws and international human rights standards.
“We urge all stakeholders, including government bodies, civil society organisations, religious leaders, and the media, to collaborate in finding lasting solutions to improve the safety and well-being of our fellow citizens.
“We must unite to condemn the bullying of innocent Nigerians and give them a voice. They do not deserve the injustices inflicted upon them, especially in these times when many families are struggling with harsh economic realities and pervasive insecurity across the country. We must stand together to ensure such injustices are not tolerated in our society,” Oteri held.
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