Amnesty International and many human right bodies has called on the Nigerian government to comply with a court ruling that calls for an end to the “unlawful” detention of Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky, the country’s top Shia Muslim cleric.
"Zakzaky is being unlawfully detained,” Amnesty Nigeria director Makmid Kamara said on Monday, adding that the Nigerian government would “demonstrate a flagrant -- and dangerous -- contempt for the rule of law" if it ignored a December ruling by an Abuja court, which called the detention of Sheikh Zakzaky and his followers illegal and unconstitutional.
The Nigerian court has imposed a 45-day deadline for the release of Sheikh Zakzaky and hundreds of his supporters. The deadline expires later on Monday.
Sheikh Zakzaky, who leads the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), was arrested more than a year ago during raids by the Nigerian army on peaceful gatherings of IMN members in the northern city of Zaria. Human rights groups say nearly 350 IMN members were killed in the army raids. The Nigerian military has rejected the death toll.
In mid-December 2015, the Nigerian army attacked the northern city of Zaria and killed hundreds of IMN supporters. A large number of others including wounded Sheikh Zakzaky and his wife have been in detention without any trial ever since.
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February 1, 2017
The momentum behind this petition highlights the growing public refusal to ignore these clear violations of the rule of law. This collective response serves as a firm reminder that the continued detention of Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky remains a matter of significant concern for the international community.
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Sheikh Zakzaky is a man of peace whom attack, killed his children and his followers and detained illegally for more than 1year now without any charge, we want him free now
Ayatullah Sheikh zakzakay Sahab ko Jald az Jald Rehaayi ata ki jaaye....unhone kisi bhi tarah ka koi crime nhi kiya h...wo bekasoor hain....court ne bhi unko begunah maan kr 45 days ka waqt diya tha unko release krne k liye,lekin abhi tak unko Rehaayi nhi di gai h....FREE SHEIKH ZAKZAKAY SAHAB
This blatant disregard for human rights and the order of the Court can't go on forever especially when the culprit is the very person elected to champion the course of the masses.
Shaikh Ibraheem Zakzaky (H) has been unlawful detained by Nigerian DSS since December 13th 2015 after killing 1000+ of his followers. A Federal High court of appeal has given a verdict in December 2016 for his unconditional release within 45days that have elapsed and are still yet to release him. We are calling for his unconditional release.
Nigerian government must abide by the court order, to release Sheikh Zakzaky and his Wife as ordained by Justice Kolawole!
Injustice against Shia brothers and Sisters must end.
Justice will come one day if not from you then from the creator of justice. May Allah Subhan o Taala protect janab Sheikh Zaqzaki from the Hitler of 21st century.
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Amnesty International and many human right bodies has called on the Nigerian government to comply with a court ruling that calls for an end to the “unlawful” detention of Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky, the country’s top Shia Muslim cleric.
"Zakzaky is being unlawfully detained,” Amnesty Nigeria director Makmid Kamara said on Monday, adding that the Nigerian government would “demonstrate a flagrant -- and dangerous -- contempt for the rule of law" if it ignored a December ruling by an Abuja court, which called the detention of Sheikh Zakzaky and his followers illegal and unconstitutional.
The Nigerian court has imposed a 45-day deadline for the release of Sheikh Zakzaky and hundreds of his supporters. The deadline expires later on Monday.
Sheikh Zakzaky, who leads the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), was arrested more than a year ago during raids by the Nigerian army on peaceful gatherings of IMN members in the northern city of Zaria. Human rights groups say nearly 350 IMN members were killed in the army raids. The Nigerian military has rejected the death toll.
In mid-December 2015, the Nigerian army attacked the northern city of Zaria and killed hundreds of IMN supporters. A large number of others including wounded Sheikh Zakzaky and his wife have been in detention without any trial ever since.
Updates
February 1, 2017
The momentum behind this petition highlights the growing public refusal to ignore these clear violations of the rule of law. This collective response serves as a firm reminder that the continued detention of Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky remains a matter of significant concern for the international community.
Reached 100 supporters
February 1, 2017
120 Comments
Government's disregard for respect rule of law and contempt for court orders undermines democratic stability and development. Releasing Sheik Zakzakky and his wife from illegal detention will revive the image of Nigeria in the world.
Sheikh Zakzaky is a man of peace whom attack, killed his children and his followers and detained illegally for more than 1year now without any charge, we want him free now
Ayatullah Sheikh zakzakay Sahab ko Jald az Jald Rehaayi ata ki jaaye....unhone kisi bhi tarah ka koi crime nhi kiya h...wo bekasoor hain....court ne bhi unko begunah maan kr 45 days ka waqt diya tha unko release krne k liye,lekin abhi tak unko Rehaayi nhi di gai h....FREE SHEIKH ZAKZAKAY SAHAB
This blatant disregard for human rights and the order of the Court can't go on forever especially when the culprit is the very person elected to champion the course of the masses.
Shaikh Ibraheem Zakzaky (H) has been unlawful detained by Nigerian DSS since December 13th 2015 after killing 1000+ of his followers. A Federal High court of appeal has given a verdict in December 2016 for his unconditional release within 45days that have elapsed and are still yet to release him. We are calling for his unconditional release.
Nigerian government must abide by the court order, to release Sheikh Zakzaky and his Wife as ordained by Justice Kolawole!
Injustice against Shia brothers and Sisters must end.
Justice will come one day if not from you then from the creator of justice. May Allah Subhan o Taala protect janab Sheikh Zaqzaki from the Hitler of 21st century.
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Government's disregard for respect rule of law and contempt for court orders undermines democratic stability and development. Releasing Sheik Zakzakky and his wife from illegal detention will revive the image of Nigeria in the world.