The Nigerian Airforce has reacted to a video showing some of its personnel flogging some suspected hoodlums involved in criminal activities during the imposed curfew in Ilesha, Osun State.
In a statement issued, the Nigerian Airforce said that all the personnel involved in the incident have been identified and arrested.
It also said that it has commenced an investigation into the incident after which appropriate disciplinary action will be taken.
The statement reads in part:
“The Nigeria Airforce as a professional & disciplined force, does not condone such irresponsible acts & has zero tolerance for human rights violations, in whatever guise, even against suspected criminals; as all suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty by a court of law.
“The acts depicted in the video are at variance with our core values, as we place high premium on the rights of citizens. We wish to reassure that our personnel have been directed on professional conduct to ensure security, whilst remaining accountable to the Nigerian people.”
