Tuesday, January 13, 2026 - Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has condemned the detention of 52 students of the Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, in Edo State.
The students were arrested for taking part in a protest to
express their grievances against the incessant kidnappings in the state.
Reacting, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan stated that the youths
must not be criminalised for protesting.
She wrote: "Dialogue not Detention!!!
"Release Detained 52 AAU Students.
"Our youths must not be criminalised for speaking up
and protesting about issues that affect their environment, welfare and
future.
"The government of Edo state must focus on addressing
the concerns of kidnappings as well as other forms of insecurity and not
suppressing discerning voices.
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