CISLAC faults arrest of Kano anti-graft chair, asks IGP to resist political manipulation

The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has faulted the recent arrest of Muhuyi Rimingado, chairman of the Kano state Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC). 

Rimingado was arrested by the police in Kano on Friday but was later granted bail on self-recognition.

He was asked to appear at the force headquarters in Abuja on Monday.

The reasons behind Rimingado’s arrest remain unclear, though reports suggest it may be connected to an ongoing trial of Bala Muhammad Inuwa, a former managing director of the Kano Agricultural Supply Company Limited (KASCO).

In a statement on Sunday, Auwal Rafsanjani, CISLAC’s executive director, said the arrest is an example of “corruption fighting back”.

Rafsanjani said the incident “undermines Nigeria’s collective anti-corruption efforts and erodes public trust”, adding that the arrest is connected to ongoing investigations.

The CISLAC director urged Kayode Egbetokun, the inspector-general of police, not to allow his office to be used to undermine anti-corruption measures.

“The inspector-general of Police must not allow his office to be used by desperate politicians to undermine anti-corruption efforts or shield powerful individuals from legitimate investigations,” Rafsanjani said.

“Actions like these not only tarnish the reputation of the police force but also erode public confidence in the impartiality of state institutions.”

He added that interference in anti-graft investigations would tarnish Nigeria’s image before investors and the international community.