The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has announced that Shuaibu Yushau, who was arrested on July 8 for attempted suicide, has been released on bail to his lawyer, Deji Adeyanju.
FCT Police Command spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, stated on X.com on Friday that Yushau’s release followed a mental assessment by the FCTA SDS. Although the assessment indicated that he is mentally stable, it also noted symptoms of anxiety, persistent worry, and fear.
Adeh added that the FCTA SDS recommended weekly reporting for Yushau for further psycho-social care and support, which influenced the decision to grant him bail.
"On Thursday, July 18, 2024, the FCT police command released Alhaji Yushau Shuaibu on bail to his lawyer, Deji Adeyanju.
Shuaibu, who was arrested for climbing the Aso Radio mast, was referred to the FCTA SDS for a mental assessment that found him mentally stable," Adeh said.
"However, symptoms of anxiety, persistent worry, and fears were noted during his profiling. The SDS recommended further psycho-social care and support, which contributed to the decision to release him on bail."
Shuaibu was arrested after climbing the Aso Radio mast to protest against insecurity and hardship in the country, having observed the mast for about a week before making his climb.