Serap Urges Tinubu, Igp To Investigate Alleged Assault On Channels Tv Crew At Uniabuja

The Tinubu administration is facing mounting pressure to address the alleged assault of Channels TV crew members by security operatives during their coverage of a protest at the University of Abuja UniAbuja.

Reports suggest that on Tuesday morning, the journalists were detained for over an hour, their vehicle vandalized, and some crew members subjected to physical violence.

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project SERAP, advocacy groups and concerned citizens have called on the Inspector General of Police to launch an immediate investigation into the incident. They demand that those responsible for the assault and property damage be identified, prosecuted, and held accountable.

The authorities must ensure justice and effective remedies for the journalists and crew affected, including financial compensation and repair or replacement of the damaged vehicle and equipment, one statement read.

The protest in question involved professors at UniAbuja, who were reportedly demonstrating against the selection process for the universitys vice-chancellor. The Channels TV crew was covering the demonstration when the incident occurred.