Nigerian Army Detains Ekiti Man Over Soldier Welfare Advocacy, Family Fears for Life

Sunday Afolabi, a Nigerian man from Ekiti, was reportedly detained by the Nigerian Army for speaking out about the welfare of soldiers in Sambisa Forest. Arrested on October 20, 2025, he was transferred from Akure to Abuja. During a recent video call, he appeared handcuffed, bleeding, and weak, raising serious concerns for his safety and urgent medical needs. His family is appealing for assistance.