- Nigerian Army Accused of Detaining Ekiti Man Over Troops’ Welfare Protest.
- Relatives say he appeared injured and weak during his last video call.
- They fear for his health and call for urgent intervention.
A Nigerian man, Sunday Afolabi, has reportedly been detained by the Nigerian Army under conditions his family says have raised serious fears for his health, safety, and access to urgent medical care.
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EKO HOT BLOG reports that Sunday was allegedly arrested on Monday, October 20, 2025, around 2 p.m. along NTA Road in Ado Ekiti by a military officer. His family said he was first taken to Akure before being transferred to Abuja.
His brother, Sunkanmi Afolabi, who lives in the United States, told SaharaReporters that Sunday’s only alleged offence was speaking publicly about the welfare of regular soldiers deployed to Sambisa Forest, including poor equipment and inadequate support.
“The only thing my brother did was tell the truth about what soldiers face in Sambisa,” Sunkanmi said. “He spoke about their welfare and the lack of proper equipment, and that was enough for him to be arrested.”
Sunkanmi said Sunday’s last communication came through a video call with his wife on Wednesday, October 22, during which he appeared badly injured.
“In his last video call with his wife on Wednesday, October 22, he appeared handcuffed, bleeding, and extremely weak from torture,” he said.
He added that the family had received no information since that call, heightening fears that his condition may have worsened due to the alleged torture and lack of treatment. They also noted that he suffers from asthma and requires consistent medical attention.
“Since then, we have had no contact, and we are deeply worried about his life and health, especially because he is asthmatic and urgently needs medical care,” Sunkanmi added.
He appealed to authorities, rights organisations, and concerned Nigerians to intervene.
“We just want to know that he is alive and being treated. Any help that can ensure his safety would mean the world to us,” he said.
