MON DEC 29 2025-theGBJournal| Amnesty International has strongly condemned the ”barbaric and unlawful abduction and humiliation” of Mr. Pedro Obaseki — a renowned Nigerian filmmaker, who was attacked and stripped on Sunday by thugs at Uwa Primary School, where he went to play football.
”What happened to Mr. Obaseki is unlawful and shows complete disdain for due process. The Nigerian police must investigate the incident and ensure that all those suspected of involvement in this crime are brought to justice,” the Human rights watchdog said in a statement on Monday.
”What happened in Benin city on Sunday is unacceptable in a free society. It is also prohibited under international human rights law and standards aimed at safeguarding human dignity and protecting people from violence.”
Amnesty International recalls that after being stripped naked Mr. Obaseki was dragged through the streets over alleged comments at a public gathering.
”The palace of the Oba of Benin where he was dragged to in utter disregard for human dignity and the rule of law must distance itself from such bizarre impunity,” Amnesty International added.
Nigeria remains open for business, anchored in peace, and firmly focused on the future.”
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