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 Ruggedman Reportedly Arrested Over PMAN Dispute — Outrage Grows Over Alleged Police Maltreatment

Ruggedman Reportedly Arrested Over PMAN Dispute — Outrage Grows Over Alleged Police Maltreatment

Veteran Nigerian rapper Ruggedman is making headlines again, not for his music, but for being detained by the Lagos State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Panti, over a lingering dispute with the Performing Musicians Employers Association of Nigeria (PMAN).

The arrest, which has sparked public concern, was revealed by human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu on Thursday via Instagram. Gwamnishu alleged that Ruggedman and others are being mistreated in custody without a proper investigation, a claim that has fueled outrage across social media platforms.

🗣️ “No proper investigation has been concluded. He and others are being maltreated. I wish to draw the attention of Nigerians to what is going on,” Gwamnishu stated.

🧩 The Backstory: PMAN Power Struggles

This development traces back to August 2024, when PMAN suspended Ruggedman, alongside notable figures like JFO Baba Ojonorgua, Sunny Neji, and Zaaki Azzay, citing alleged misconduct. The exact nature of these allegations remains vague, but sources suggest internal power tussles and disagreements over leadership legitimacy have long plagued the musicians' union.

Now, what was once a union matter has allegedly escalated into a criminal detention, with the shadow of abuse and procedural irregularity hanging over the case.

✊🏾 Opinion: This Is Bigger Than Ruggedman

Whether you love his music or not, Ruggedman’s arrest raises serious concerns about how internal disputes in professional associations can spiral into civil rights violations. A disagreement over leadership roles or union policy should never justify arbitrary detention — especially when due process is reportedly ignored.

What does it say about the state of Nigerian law enforcement if a public figure can be detained without a clear, transparent investigation? And if this can happen to someone in the spotlight, what becomes of ordinary citizens?

🚨 Call for Transparency & Fairness

  • PMAN must come forward with clarity about the alleged misconduct and whether it warranted police involvement.

  • The Nigerian Police must ensure that Ruggedman’s legal and human rights are respected throughout.

  • Civil society and watchdog groups should monitor the situation closely, and push for justice if indeed there has been maltreatment.

🎯 At its core, this isn’t just about Ruggedman — it’s about the integrity of Nigeria’s creative institutions and the protection of fundamental human rights.

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