Bauchi State Council of NUJ Condemns act of assault on a Journalist by Security Agents

Bauchi State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) unequivocally condemns, in the strongest terms, the barbaric and unacceptable assault carried out by some police officers on a staff of Albarka Radio in Bununu, Tafawa Balewa Local Govt Area during the Sallah celebrations.

A statement signed by the Secretary Bauchi State NUJ, Isa Garba Gadau described the act of brutality as a gross violation of human rights, a direct attack on press freedom, and a disgraceful display of lawlessness by officers who are expected to protect, not harm, citizens.

The statement said It is particularly disturbing that such misconduct is occurring at a time when the NUJ is intensifying advocacy for professionalism and accountability among security agencies.

The NUJ Bauchi State Council therefore demands that the Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, should immediately investigate the incident and sanction all officers involved in the dastardly act.

It also insisted that the Bauchi State Police Command must, without delay, bear full responsibility and settle all medical expenses incurred by the victim, warning that Failure to meet the demands, will compel the Union to summon an emergency Congress meeting to decide on further necessary action.

The Council further called on all media houses in the state to remain vigilant and await further directives as the Union will not relent until justice is served and the safety and dignity of journalists are fully guaranteed.

The statement reiterated that the Union will not tolerate act of intimidation, harassment, or brutality against any journalists in the state..