Ruggedman Arrested and Detained by Lagos SCID
Detention Linked to Ongoing PMAN Dispute
Veteran Nigerian rapper Ruggedman has reportedly been arrested and is currently being detained by the Lagos State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Panti, Yaba. The arrest is allegedly connected to a prolonged dispute involving the Performing Musicians Employers Association of Nigeria (PMAN).
Activist Raises Alarm Over Police Maltreatment
The news was made public by Harrison Gwamnishu, a well-known human rights advocate, via Instagram on Thursday. In his statement, Gwamnishu accused the police of detaining Ruggedman and others without concluding any proper investigation.
“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 said.
Background: Ruggedman’s Suspension from PMAN
August 2024 PMAN Suspension
Ruggedman was previously suspended in August 2024 from PMAN alongside fellow musicians JFO Baba Ojonorgua, Sunny Neji, and Zaaki Azzay, following accusations of misconduct. The internal conflict within PMAN has since escalated, now reportedly resulting in legal confrontations and law enforcement involvement.
