NIDCOM Collaborates With CAROPI To Help Innocent Nigerians Incarcerated In The Diaspora
The Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, NIDCOM, Hon Abike
Dabiri-Erewa has once again emphasized the need for an accurate and
comprehensive database of Nigerians incarcerated in various prisons
globally.
Members of the Counselling and Rehabilitation of Prisoners Initiative
(CAROPI), a Non-Governmental Organisation in Abuja.
Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa explained that efforts are underway in
compiling a detailed list of Nigerians wrongfully arrested and
incarcerated for crimes they did not commit.
Dabiri-Erewa further disclosed that the Commission has been to several
countries such as Brazil, South-Africa, Togo and Benin Republic to
facilitate the release of some Nigerians wrongfully arrested and
incarcerated. She highlighted a situation in Brazil where a 74 year old
Woman was wrongfully arrested and the Commission was able to effect her
release but she died afterwards.
The NIDCOM Boss stated that as Nigerians travel out of their home
country they should avoid committing crimes or participating in
criminality. She welcomed the CAROPI Team and assured them of
collaborative partnerships with NIDCOM.
The President of the NGO Dr Hajiya Rabia Y.H.Cengis among other members
which include Mrs Victoria Kuwua Nor-Ugor (Head Medical Department),
Barr Justice C. Uhuegbu (Head Legal Department) and Mr Shiver Akuku
(Secretary CAROPI).
Hajiya Rabia explained that many Nigerians have been victims of
wrongful arrest and iincarceration in many of the countries she has
travelled to, noting that this must be addressed forthwith. Other
members of the team expressed optimism for a robust working relationship
with NIDCOM in areas of legal assistance, reintegration and
rehabilitation and a conducive environment for justice and equity for
all.
