Alleged SCID Torture: Defendant tells court how he lost both eyes in custody

Dailypost | 23-05-2026 05:07am |

During a session at the Minna High Court, defendant Idris Mohammed recounted the harrowing experience that led to him losing both eyes while in the custody of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) of the Niger State Police Command. His testimony, delivered to Justice Mikhail Abdullahi, detailed the alleged torture he endured, which he claims resulted in his severe injuries. The emotional account prompted a strong reaction from those present in the courtroom, highlighting the serious allegations against the police operatives involved. The case continues to unfold as the court examines the implications of these allegations in the ongoing homicide trial.

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