The Supreme Niger Delta Youth Council Worldwide has urged the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Chief Lateef Fagbemi, to compel the Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, to release Mr. Jesam Michael, who has been detained since January 28, 2025, despite a court order granting him bail.

The FCT High Court had ordered the Inspector-General of Police to release Mr. Michael on bail with two sureties, but the police have refused to comply with the order. The council described Mr. Michael’s continued detention as a gross violation of his human rights and the rule of law.

“It is reprehensible and repugnant to the Nigerian Constitution for a complainant who had reported a matter to the police to be subchanged to be an accused due to ethnic sentiments, financial inducement, extortion, avarices, and abuse of office,” the council said.

The council also called on the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation to take over the prosecution of the case to address the injustice and ensure that Mr. Michael’s rights are protected. “We demand that the police respect the court’s decision and immediately release Mr. Jesam to receive necessary medical attention,” the council added.