Father, Rights Groups Demand Accountability After DSS Transfers Jigawa Teen Walida Ibrahim to State Custody!
Reported by Marian opeyemi Fasesan Editor -in- chief | Sele Media Africa.
The father of Walida Ibrahim, a teenager from Jigawa State, alongside civil society organisations and legal advocates, has called for justice following her recent transfer from the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) to the state government.
Walida, who reportedly disappeared in 2023 at the age of 16, became the subject of national concern after allegations surfaced that she had been abducted and held under controversial circumstances. Her case drew widespread attention from rights groups, religious organisations, and legal representatives, who questioned the legality of her prolonged custody and demanded accountability from authorities.
The DSS confirmed that the teenager was officially handed over to the Jigawa State Government on February 26, 2026, following the conclusion of a joint investigation into the circumstances surrounding her disappearance.
Allegations and Demands for Justice
According to petitions filed on behalf of her family, Walida was allegedly taken from Hadejia in 2023 and later found in Abuja. Advocacy groups claim the case involves serious allegations, including abduction, unlawful detention, and abuse, reportedly linked to a DSS operative.
Coalitions of rights organisations have described the matter as a test of institutional accountability and the rule of law, urging authorities to ensure that any officials found culpable face prosecution.
Walida’s father has also publicly demanded justice, insisting that those responsible for her disappearance and alleged mistreatment be held accountable. His calls have been echoed by advocacy groups seeking transparency in the investigation and enforcement of court directives related to her custody.
Government Response and Next Steps
Officials in Jigawa State have pledged to take responsibility for Walida’s welfare, including medical care, rehabilitation, and reintegration into society. Authorities say the case will proceed through the appropriate legal channels as investigations continue.
The DSS has stated that its actions were guided by investigative procedures and has indicated that any officer found guilty of wrongdoing would face the law.
Broader Concerns
The case has raised wider questions about child protection, institutional oversight, and compliance with judicial orders in Nigeria. Civil society groups argue that beyond Walida’s personal ordeal, the outcome of the case could set an important precedent for accountability within security institutions.
As legal and administrative processes continue, rights advocates maintain that justice for Walida Ibrahim will depend on a transparent investigation and due process for all parties involved.
Sources: Punch Newspapers, PRNigeria, The Independent Nigeria, Naija News, AllAfrica
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