By Jude Michael
The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party, LP, in the 2023 General Elections, Mr Peter Obi, has expressed happiness for the freedom regained by Mr Auadri Yusuf Alabi after he was released from prison. Quadri made news when he stood in front of Obi’s convoy during the 2023 Presidential Election campaign in Lagos.
Speaking in his official X handle, formerly called Twitter, Obi who visited Quadri in his home in Lagos, said, ‘Today, I had the opportunity to meet with Quadri Yusuf Alabi, the young boy whose story moved us all. After enduring unjust and illegal incarceration, he is finally free, and I am very grateful to the lawyers led by @inibeheeffiong, who fought for his release and also @DeleFarotim and Ms Hassana Nurudeen, whose constant intervention was instrumental in securing justice for the young lad.
‘I listened to Quadri today, and one thing stood out clearly: his unwavering desire for education. Despite all he has been through, his only dream is to return to school and complete his education and I will make sure he gets it.
‘His determination is not just inspiring; it is a call to action, and I am committed to ensuring that he gets the education he desires and deserves.
‘In addition, we must not stop at his release. Those responsible for his illegal incarceration must be held accountable. As we strive to build a Nigeria where fairness and integrity prevail, we cannot afford to allow such acts of criminality to go unpunished.
‘I once again thank the lawyers and everyone who stood and remained unrelenting for justice.
‘Together, we will build a Nigeria where education, freedom, rule of law, equity and justice, care and protection of the less privileged in our midst, will stand as the foundation of our democracy.
‘A new Nigeria is Possible,’ Obi stated.
Quadri Yusuf had been arrested and detained on a trumped charge of robbery which could not be proved, prompting the court to dismiss the charge for lack of evidence and set Quadri free.
