After six long nightmarish days and nights that the agents of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) laid siege to the Lagos residence of senator-elect, Prince Buruji Kashamu, despite valid and subsisting court orders directing them to vacate the place, we are pleased to announce that they have left the facility. They left at exactly 7:45pm.
But this was after the
agency displayed a high level of brigandage and lawlessness that is only fit
for a failed state.
However, we thank the
almighty God for His infinite mercies. He is the one who thwarts the plans of
the crafty, so that their hands achieve no success.
We also salute the
judiciary for once again rising to the occasion and proving yet that it is
truly the last hope of the common man and the oppressed. We are grateful that
the judiciary has again affirmed Prince Buruji Kashamu’s innocence of the
charges against him, thus turning for good what was meant for evil.
Our appreciation also
goes to the media, civil society groups, student bodies and all well-meaning
Nigerians for their prayers, support and solidarity during the period.
After attending to his
health, Prince Kashamu will address the media, Nigerians and the whole world on
his ordeal and the intricate web of political intrigues behind the wicked attempt
to abduct him for no just cause using the instrument and machinery of state.
Until then, we hope we
can truly say the siege is over!
Signed
Austin
Oniyokor
Media Aide to Prince
Buruji Kashamu