36 hours after his arrest yesterday in
Cotonou, Benin Republic, the leader of the Niger Delta People’s Volunteer
Force, Alhaji Mujahid Asari Dokubo, has been released.
According to Sahara Reporters,
Mr. Dokubo was released after President Goodluck Jonathan personally
intervened on his behalf with the Beninoise President Yayi Boni.
Festus Keyamo, a civil rights activist and personal attorney to Mr. Dokubo confirmed his release to Saharareporters.
Festus Keyamo, a civil rights activist and personal attorney to Mr. Dokubo confirmed his release to Saharareporters.