Police Deny Arrest Of Kano’s Anti-Corruption Commission Chair Rimingado

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has denied arresting the chairman of Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-corruption Commission, Mr. Muhuyi Magaji Rimin Gado.

Reacting to the allegations made by Rimingado that he was arrested by the police authorities, Force PRO, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, said the Kano State government official was invited by the Force pertaining to a petition received against him.

He further said any assertion indicating that Mr. Rimingado was arrested was unfounded and misleading.

According to him, “the police has taken note of recent claims made by Mr. Gado, the chairman of the Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission, regarding his alleged arrest by police authorities.

“We wish to clarify that Mr. Gado was not arrested; instead, he was invited by the Force pertaining to a petition received against him.

“On Friday, January 17, 2025, the Inspector-General of Police Monitoring Unit received a petition against Mr. Muhuyi. In accordance with 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 Gado 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.”