Sergeant Abraham Uzuobo
Press Statement from the Take-It-Back Movement
The Take-It-Back Movement stands resolutely against the systemic corruption and abuse of power that has been exposed within the Edo State Police Command. The recent investigative report detailing allegations of sexual misconduct by Sergeant Abraham Uzuobo against a minor under police custody is not just a shocking revelation; it is a clarion call for revolutionary change within our law enforcement institutions.
This incident, which took place on October 6, 2024, represents a chilling manifestation of how those sworn to protect the vulnerable can instead become their predators. Inspector Edith Eduma, who courageously sought to uphold the integrity of the police force, has become a target of intimidation and retaliation. Her vigilance and commitment to justice should be celebrated, not vilified. Yet, the narrative has been twisted to brand her as complicit in a crime she endeavored to expose.
We find ourselves at a pivotal juncture. This case is emblematic of a broader culture that not only tolerates but actively perpetuates corruption and abuse within the police force. The alleged cover-up attempts by senior officers and the coercive measures used to silence Inspector Eduma reveal a systemic rot that undermines the very foundation of our society.
The Take-It-Back Movement calls upon every Nigerian to rise against this tyranny of silence. We must demand accountability from our institutions, and we must not allow the forces of corruption to dictate the narrative. The bravery displayed by Inspector Eduma should inspire us to speak out against injustice, and we must ensure that her sacrifices are not in vain.
We urge the Edo State Police Command to conduct a transparent investigation free from the influences of those implicated in these allegations. Justice must not only be sought but served. We call for the protection of whistleblowers like Inspector Eduma, who embody the spirit of integrity that is desperately needed in our law enforcement agencies.
This moment is not merely about one officer’s misconduct; it is a revolution against a system that has failed its citizens time and again. We must dismantle the culture of impunity that allows such abuses to flourish. Let this be the rallying cry for all Nigerians who believe in justice, transparency, and accountability.
We will not rest until every wrong is righted and every voice silenced by fear is amplified. Together, we will take it back.
Sign
Comrade Manasseh Bem Paul
Director of mobilization north central
Take-It-Back Movement Abuja chapter
