By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab
A businesswoman who was reportedly arrested on the orders of the Minister of Works, David Umahi, has collapsed while in detention and is currently receiving medical treatment at a hospital in Abuja.
Sources familiar with the incident disclosed that the woman was taken into custody following a dispute allegedly linked to a business transaction involving federal road projects.
Her arrest, which reportedly followed a directive attributed to the minister, has sparked concerns among civil society groups and legal observers.
According to witnesses, the businesswoman had complained of severe health complications while in custody before suddenly collapsing.
She was said to have been rushed out of the detention facility by officials and immediately taken to a medical facility in the nation’s capital for urgent treatment.
Medical personnel are currently attending to her, though details about her exact condition remain unclear as of the time of filing this report.
Family members and associates have reportedly gathered at the hospital seeking information about her health and the circumstances surrounding her detention.
Human rights advocates have raised questions about the legality of the arrest and the conditions under which the businesswoman was held, calling for transparency and due process.
Some activists have also urged authorities to conduct an independent investigation into the matter.
Meanwhile, officials from the Federal Ministry of Works have yet to issue an official statement regarding the alleged directive for the arrest or the health situation of the detained woman.
Sources within security circles indicated that the arrest may have been connected to an ongoing disagreement over contractual obligations and payments tied to certain infrastructure projects under the supervision of the ministry.
However, the exact details of the dispute remain unclear.
Legal practitioners who spoke on the development noted that any arrest carried out on the directive of a public official must still follow due legal procedures, including obtaining proper warrants and ensuring the rights of the suspect are protected.
The incident has since generated reactions on social media, with many Nigerians demanding clarity from the authorities and calling for the immediate release of the woman if no formal charges are brought against her.
As of the time of this report, no formal charges had been publicly announced against the businesswoman, while her family continues to appeal to authorities to ensure she receives adequate medical care and fair treatment under the law.
Observers say the case could further raise questions about the use of state power in handling disputes involving government officials and private individuals.
Authorities are expected to provide further details as investigations into the matter continue.
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