The family of Godwin Francis Akpan, who was released by the Federal Capital Territory High Court, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police over his continued detention by the Nigerian police. Through their lawyer, Edeh Uchenna, the family demanded Akpan's immediate release, arguing that his fundamental rights are being violated. Akpan's detention stems from a police investigation into a dispute between his employer and another company, which was described as a commercial or civil matter. The petition noted that Akpan was detained over allegations of criminal conduct but has not been charged in court.
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