Paul Okeugo, a close friend and partner of the arrested Audu Maikori, has claimed that the Chocolate City boss was arrested by Policemen simply because of his constant advocacy about the killings in Southern Kaduna.
Audu Maikori was arrested on Friday for spreading falsehood and causing panic after he tweeted that herdsmen ambushed and killed his relatives in Southern Kaduna, a claim that turned out to be false. He has since apologised for his misleading comments.
Paul also added that frantic efforts were being made to secure Audu’s release as soon as possible.
He wrote, “My name is Paul Okeugo and I have been Audu Maikori’s friend & Partner for years and know him to be a very honourable and passionate man. Audu genuinely cares about Nigeria and everyone in it. He is not one to spread false information or advocate violence. Together we have strived to create a better future for all young people in Nigeria. Audu exemplifies the kind of qualities we sorely need in this society.
“Today Audu has been picked up by law enforcement agents over his advocacy about the killings in #SouthernKaduna and he is presently being held in custody. I would like to reach out to fans and friends of Audu and our company that we all should please exercise patience and remain calm. We appreciate the massive love and support we have received and continue to count on that goodwill. There is no Chocolate City without all of you!
“We are working to secure his release and have reached out to friends who realise the importance of sustaining democratic ideals in a country as fractured as ours“.
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