posted 17th April 2025
Quadri Alabi Reunites with Family After Release from Custody
Lagos, Nigeria – 17 April 2025
Quadri Alabi, a Nigerian citizen, was joyfully reunited with his family today following his release from detention. The handover took place at the Apapa Magistrate Court in Lagos, where human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong received Alabi from the Nigerian Correctional Service after the signing of his release warrant.
In a statement shared on X, Effiong expressed gratitude for Alabi’s freedom and outlined plans to support his reintegration into society. “He has united with his family,” Effiong wrote. “We will be seeking help to enable his family relocate from their current home and area, and to also rehabilitate him.” Effiong further noted that he would soon share account details to facilitate contributions towards Alabi’s relocation and rehabilitation.
The case has drawn significant attention, with Effiong’s advocacy highlighting the challenges Alabi faced during his detention. The lawyer’s efforts have been widely praised, with many commending his commitment to justice. “History will vindicate the just,” Effiong concluded in his post, underscoring his belief in the righteousness of the cause.
Effiong’s announcement has sparked an outpouring of support on social media, with many Nigerians expressing relief at Alabi’s release and pledging to assist his family’s transition. The planned relocation is seen as a crucial step in ensuring Alabi’s safety and well-being following his ordeal.
Further details regarding how the public can contribute to Alabi’s rehabilitation are expected to be released soon. For now, the reunion marks a significant victory for Alabi, his family, and those who have championed his cause.
