Police reveal reasons for detaining unemployed teachers’ union leader
Combined photo of Geita Regional Police Commander Safia Jongo and Joseph Paul, Chairman of the Non-Employed Teachers Organization (Neto).
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- Commander Jongo said police investigations were ongoing and that a full report will be released once the probe is complete, along with any legal actions to be taken.
Geita. Police in Geita region have confirmed the detention of Joseph Paul 31, the Chairman of the Non-Employed Teachers Organization (Neto), Joseph Paul, saying investigations have revealed the association is not legally registered.
In a statement issued by Geita Regional Police Commander Safia Jongo, show that Paul was arrested on February 24, 2025, for interrogations and has since been released on bail.
Commander Jongo said police investigations were ongoing and that a full report will be released once the probe is complete, along with any legal actions to be taken.
She also urged the public to adhere to the law and avoid involvement in unlawful groups, emphasizing that law enforcement will not tolerate anyone found engaging in criminal activities or inciting public disorder.
Paul’s brother, Barnabas Daud, said that his younger brother had informed him that some people were closely following his whereabouts but did not disclose who they were.
Daud recounted that Paul was last seen at their family shop before he disappeared. Later, a small vehicle arrived, and Paul’s wife was called outside. Moments later, she returned and called him, but as he stepped out, Daud saw his brother inside the car, handcuffed.
"When I asked why he was arrested, I was given no explanation. They only told me they were taking him to the Regional Crime Officer (RCO)," Daud explained
He said that he unsuccessfully searched for his brother at various police stations until he sent a message to a contact number he had been given. Eventually, he was informed that his brother was being interrogated at the RCO's office.
By 8PM, the family was informed that Paul was being held at a police station, and while they were allowed to bring him food, they were not permitted to speak with him as he remained under police custody.
When asked about his brother’s condition, Daud confirmed that Paul appeared physically fine with no visible injuries but could not confirm whether he had been mistreated.
