The Centre for Human Rights and Social Advancement (CEFSAN) has called for an immediate, independent and transparent investigation into fresh allegations surrounding the disappearance and alleged killing of popular social media figure, Muhammad Musa, popularly known as Dadiyata.
The call was contained in a press statement signed by the Executive Director of CEFSAN, Yusha’u Sani Yankuzo, Esq., on Friday, expressing concern over claims that a former Senior Special Assistant (SSA) allegedly witnessed Dadiyata being killed by a police officer identified as Hussaini Gimba.
The group said the allegations, if true, raise “extremely grave constitutional, criminal, and human rights concerns bordering on unlawful deprivation of life, abuse of state power, obstruction of justice, and possible concealment of facts.”
However, CEFSAN stressed that it has not independently verified the claims and does not accuse any individual of wrongdoing.
The statement read in part: “CEFSAN states clearly that it has not independently verified the allegations currently in circulation and does not purport, by this statement, to pronounce any individual guilty of criminal conduct.”
Despite this, the organisation insisted that the seriousness of the allegations requires urgent action by security authorities.
“In view of the seriousness of the allegations, CEFSAN hereby demands that the Inspector-General of Police immediately constitute an independent and high-level investigative panel with full powers to investigate the allegations and all circumstances connected to the disappearance and alleged killing of Dadiyata,” the statement added.
The group further urged the police to ensure that all persons allegedly linked to the case are properly investigated, while calling for the protection of witnesses and preservation of evidence.
CEFSAN also demanded transparency in the process, stating that the investigation must be “credible and insulated from political interference or institutional compromise,” while insisting that findings should be made public.
According to the statement, failure to act decisively could further erode public trust in security institutions.
The group said: “Failure by the relevant authorities to conduct a prompt, impartial, and credible investigation into allegations of this gravity would not only undermine public confidence in law enforcement institutions but may also reinforce concerns regarding impunity and abuse of power.”
CEFSAN, however, maintained that all individuals mentioned remain innocent until proven guilty by a court of competent jurisdiction, stressing that the matter goes beyond personalities and politics.
“This matter transcends politics or personalities. It concerns the sanctity of human life, the integrity of public institutions, and the fundamental obligation of the state to uphold justice and the rule of law,” the statement said.
The organisation warned that “justice delayed in matters of this nature risks becoming justice denied,” urging authorities to act with urgency and transparency.
