Naga Students’ Federation reiterates call for suspension of IAS officer amid probe

Published on Apr 17, 2025

KOHIMA — The Naga Students Federation (NSF) on Thursday reiterated its demand for temporary suspension of IAS officer Reny Wilfred, pending investigation into charges of alleged sexual harassment of female employees.
Addressing a press conference here the NSF office, the federation’s assistant general secretary, Kenilo Kent, said that it was acting on official complaints submitted by several female employees of IDAN and claimed that these are not unsubstantiated accusations.
The federation expressed concern that a government official facing serious allegations still continues to hold office with the capacity to influence the course of the investigation and even poses risks to other potential victims.

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While acknowledging that the matter is under investigation, the NSF noted that misleading narratives on social media are diverting public attention from the core issue.
“We do not expect such abuse of privileges by any party or individual involved. As such, we caution against any individual or party trying to influence the course of the investigation. Any narrative or claims by any party or individual whatsoever must be subjected to the competent investigative authority,” Kent said.
He urged the law to take due cognisance of the matter, adding that the law must take its course.
In the meantime, administrative measures such as suspension are a basic necessity to uphold public confidence, he added.
And while an investigation is underway and until such time that a transparent and formal report is officially disclosed, the NSF appealed to the public to respect the sentiments and privacy of the victims as well as the accused.
The federation also urged the public to refrain from unsubstantiated speculations and asserted that it stands resolute in its demand that pending an impartial and transparent investigative report, the officer should be placed under temporary suspension.