{"id":92,"date":"2024-06-11T21:41:41","date_gmt":"2024-06-11T21:41:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/psmnigeria.org\/?p=92"},"modified":"2024-06-11T21:41:42","modified_gmt":"2024-06-11T21:41:42","slug":"coas-directs-immediate-alleged-detention-of-civilian-by-army-at-css-ipaja","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/psmnigeria.org\/?p=92","title":{"rendered":"COAS directs immediate alleged detention of civilian by Army at CSS Ipaja"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br>The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, has directed an immediate investigation into the incident at the Command Secondary School, Iyana Ipaja<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DAILY POST recalls a protest by civilian staff of the Ministry of Defence under the umbrella of the Joint Executive Council, over an alleged brutalisation of their members by soldiers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/account.microsoft.com\/privacy\/ad-settings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The President of the Council, Didam Joel, said a civilian staff of the ministry has been under detention for a month by military authorities, even though he is not a military personnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, Director of Army Public Relations in a statement on Tuesday, said the Chief of Army Staff, in his unwavering commitment to upholding the rights of all personnel, including the civilian staff, has directed the Provost Marshal (Army) to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into the unfortunate incident at the Command Secondary School Iyana Ipaja, Lagos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the statement, the investigation will comprehensively address all allegations raised by the ASCSN, with a focus on ensuring accountability and justice for all parties involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe Nigerian Army (NA) recognizes the vital role that civilian staff play in supporting its operations and day-to-day administration and is therefore dedicated to fostering a positive and respectful working environment for all personnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/account.microsoft.com\/privacy\/ad-settings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWhile acknowledging that misunderstandings or miscommunication may occur, the ongoing investigation aims to provide clarity and implement necessary measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe NA is committed to upholding the rule of law and respect for the rights of all its employees, including the fundamental rights to freedom of association and collective bargaining.\u201d The statement said<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cCurrently, the NA is actively engaging with the Ministry of Defence and the ASCSN to address any outstanding issues and promote a cordial working relationship and industrial harmony. 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