The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called on the Inspector-General of Police to urgently institute an independent investigation into serious allegations of professional misconduct against CSP Omar Sini, Head of Investigation, Special Prosecution Team of the Inter-Agency Task Force on Petroleum Products Theft.
The National Coordinator Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, Emmanuel Onwubiko said the allegations are contained in a formal petition dated October 26, 2026, submitted to the Inspector-General of Police by a law firm
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria said the allegations require independent verification, and the officer must have the opportunity to respond through the appropriate process while demanding that the Inspector-General of Police ensure that the petition receives a transparent, impartial and evidence-based investigation.
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HURIWA is calling for a comprehensive examination of the relevant custody records and court proceedings to determine whether the detention of the four men complied with the law.
They raised concerns by the petition’s allegation that steps may be underway to auction, sell, or otherwise dispose of MT. THOR, while related litigation remains pending.
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