Abuja protesters demand justice in 15-Year murder case

ABUJA – A civil society organisation, the Justice and Equality For All Movement, staged a peaceful protest outside the Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday, demanding the release of a probe report concerning the death of Mrs. Shitua Aso, a pregnant woman who died in 2010.

The protest aimed to highlight the ongoing quest for justice for Aso’s family, who have been seeking accountability for over 15 years.

Led by Barrister Moses Aham Akano, the movement emphasised that the incident constitutes a criminal matter and should not be subject to statutes of limitations. They highlighted the importance of the Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, making the investigative report public, as it could provide crucial insights into the circumstances surrounding Aso’s death.

The protesters asserted that the prolonged delay in processing the case represents a significant injustice, not only to Aso’s family but also to society at large. In addition to the protest, the organisation has taken legal steps, asking the court to mandate the police to release the investigative report from 2011, which they believe is essential for ensuring justice.

Akano stated, “We are here to call on the Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, to release an investigative report regarding the murder allegedly committed in 2011.

“We have long requested that the court order the IGP to release the police report on this matter.

“We want the court to ensure that the law takes its course and to secure justice for the late pregnant woman, Shitua Aso. We seek to follow the legal route to compel the police to release its investigative report from 15 years ago.

“Nigerians are crying, the world is crying, and all we want is justice. The case is not statute-barred; we are pleading for justice for the late pregnant woman.”

The Global Integrity Crusade Network (GICN) also joined the call for transparency, urging the IGP to release the report and warning of potential legal action if the investigation continues to be overlooked.