Dokubo debunks claims of harassment, unlawful possession of rifles

Former Niger Delta militant and ex-leader of the defunct Niger Delta Peoples Volunteer Force, Asari Dokubo, has refuted allegations of harassment and unlawful possession of assault rifles levelled against him by Human Rights Writers Association (HURIWA). THE GUARDIAN reports.

Dokubo who spoke to reporters from Saudi Arabia through a telephone conversation, was also accused of threatening to coordinate nationwide protest, stating that he would be careful not to allow himself to be used for cheap publicity.Information Guide Nigeria

He added that many organizations and groups believe that confrontation with people considered to be controversial figures will give them big names.

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Vowing not to yield to their tactics, Dokubo wondered why Nigerians will expect him to join issues with people who threaten a government that is on a clear rescue mission.JAMB Result

He declared that “what these people are embarking upon is treason”, he said. He explained that as long as treason remained the betrayal of one’s country, then those sending strong threats to Nigerian government should be charged for treason.

These “unpatriotic Nigerians” according to him, are not seeking dialogue with the government but “threatening a popularly elected federal government, not even state or local government.”NYSC Portal

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