The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa has directed an immediate investigation into the alleged unjust incarceration of a Nigerian Navy rating who was identified as Seaman Abbas Haruna.
It was learnt that the Naval personnel was allegedly detained for six years.
A statement by the Acting Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, on Monday in Abuja assured the public of the commitment the Nigerian military to upholding justice, fairness, and the rule of law.
He said the military court-martial process, though meticulous, ensured fairness, equal opportunity, and justice in accordance with established military procedures and the law.
He said: “The outcome of the investigation will be made public in due course.
“The DHQ urges the general public to exercise caution and refrain from spreading unsubstantiated information while the investigation is ongoing.
“We assure Nigerians that the armed forces will ensure a speedy and transparent investigation,” he said.