POLICE Arrested You because Your Brother Ran Away? Do These!

‎ POLICE ARRESTED YOU BECAUSE YOUR BROTHER RAN AWAY? KNOW YOUR RIGHTS! ‎Can the Nigerian Police arrest you simply because your brother, husband, wife, son, or another relative is wanted by the police? ‎What if the police say, “Until your brother reports himself at the station, you will remain in our custody”? ‎This situation is commonly described as arrest by proxy or arrest in lieu. But what does Nigerian law say about arresting one person in place of another? ‎In this video, we explain the legal position in Nigeria, your fundamental human rights, and the practical steps to take if the police attempt to arrest or detain you because another person is unavailable. ‎⚖️ IN THIS VIDEO, YOU WILL LEARN: ‎What arrest by proxy and arrest in lieu mean. ‎Whether the police can arrest you because your brother or relative is wanted. ‎The difference between inviting a relative to assist an investigation and arresting that relative as a substitute. ‎What the Nigerian Constitution says about personal liberty. ‎How the Police Act 2020 and applicable criminal procedure laws relate to arrest and detention. ‎What to do if you are arrested because another person ran away. ‎How to protect your rights and seek legal assistance. ‎📌 IMPORTANT LEGAL POINT: Under Section 35 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), every person has a right to personal liberty, subject to lawful exceptions. Being related to a suspect does not, by itself, establish a lawful basis for your arrest or detention. ‎If you are facing this situation, remain calm, do not physically resist the police, ask for the legal basis of your arrest, contact a lawyer, and seek appropriate legal remedies. ‎⚠️ This video is for public legal education and does not replace advice from a qualified Nigerian lawyer on the facts of a particular case. ‎👍 LIKE this video, SHARE it with your family and friends, and SUBSCRIBE to this channel for more Nigerian laws explained in simple language. ‎💬 QUESTION OF THE DAY: If your brother runs away from the police and they arrest you in his place, do you think that is justice? Tell us what you think in the comments. ‎#ArrestByProxy #ArrestInLieu #PoliceArrestNigeria ‎