Stop Abusing Power": Stanley Ontop Condemns "Midnight Arrest" of Angela Okorie, Vows to Storm (Nigeria 🇳🇬 )

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Nollywood actor and filmmaker Stanley Ontop has publicly slammed the Nigerian Police and unnamed accusers following the arrest and subsequent remand of actress Angela Okorie.

In a series of heated posts on his Instagram Story, Ontop decried the speed of the judicial process in this instance, labeling it an "oppressive" use of power and a violation of human rights.

A "Funny" Judicial Speed

According to Ontop, Okorie was arrested in a "midnight" operation and swiftly flown to Abuja by 6:00 AM the following morning. The actor expressed shock at the efficiency of the legal system in this specific case, noting that she was arraigned and remanded in Suleja Prison within hours.

So the judiciary can work this fast?" Ontop questioned. "Tell me how you will sleep this night knowing fully well that your colleague is in prison!"

Defamation vs. Detention

The crux of Ontop’s criticism lies in the nature of the allegations. He argued that defamation is a civil matter that should be settled in a competent court of law rather than through police intervention and detention.

Key points from his statement include:

 He urged the complainants to sue for damages rather than "using the Nigeria Police to oppress Nigerians."

He called for the immediate release of the actress, insisting that the law should not be a tool for personal vendettas.

 He warned those in charge that international eyes are on the situation, stating, "Human Rights Watch is watching you!"

Call to Action

The filmmaker has vowed to take a hands-on approach to the situation. He announced plans to travel to Abuja tomorrow to personally look into the matter and facilitate Okorie's release.

Under the hashtag #FreeAngelaOkorie, Ontop’s stance has reignited the national debate regarding the "criminalization" of defamation and the perceived use of security forces by influential individuals to settle private scores.

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