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Introduction
Last week, we commenced this vexed topical issue on the legality or otherwise of the practice of public parade of suspects by security agencies. Specifically, the current face-off between the Lagos State Police Command and the Lagos State Government, on the illegal and unconstitutional act of public parading of suspects before the media. Today, we shall continue and conclude same. Please, read on.
The Fela Narcotic Trial
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on 14th January, 1997, arrested Afrobeat King, late Fela Anikulapo-Kuti on allegation of being in possession of a narcotic substance. The then NDLEA Chairman, Major-General Musa Bamaiyi paraded the legendary musical icon before the media in handcuffs.