I just learned of the arrest of @DeleFarotimi, a respected human rights lawyer and advocate, over an allegation of defamation.
This action is a gross misuse of police powers and a grave assault on the principles of democracy and justice in Nigeria.
I condemn this action in totality. It represents not only an attempt to intimidate opposing voices from questioning authority .
It is also a worrying signal to every Nigerian who loves and values freedom of expression and dares to demand accountability and transparency.
The Nigeria Police Force exists to protect the rights of citizens, not to suppress them.
Defamation, by its nature, is a civil matter that should be addressed in court through due legal process in line with the dictates of the rule of law in a democracy.
As a private citizen, former governor, and even today, I am frequently defamed, insulted, and lied about and against. Yet, I have never resorted to using the Nigerian police or filing reports to silence others.
Those who feel otherwise should seek redress through the proper legal channels, not by weaponizing the police or abusing their access to authority or state power.
The resort to police action, in this case, reeks of abuse of power and raises serious concerns about the independence and professionalism of the police as a civil force.
I hereby request that Dele Farotimi should be released immediately and unconditionally. The police must recognize that their allegiance is to the Constitution and the people of Nigeria, not to narrow interests at the behest of those in power.
A new more Just and fair Nigeria is possible!
-PO
You can't clear N30t; you don't have the cash or earnings
You converted the existing W&M obligation to long-term bonds, which all Nigerians will repay
Then you borrowed a fresh N7trillion from Ways and Means
She quickly understood that her livelihood for the next 4 years hang in the balance. So she is out there in the rain to give herself a new deal.
She voted for Olumide Akapata. Whoever you vote for, be absolutely sure that they can do the job. May the People of Edo State WIN. 🙏
"Half bread is better than full chin-chin...On election day, it is not over until it is over... For Abia dem no sleep 4 days until dem release result. Go buy kola ooo"
- Edo Labour Party Gubernatorial Candidate, Olumide Akpata
So, for those who are wondering.... This is the current governor of Zamfara State disclosing on @officialABAT's @tvcnewsng that the Defence Minister, @Bellomatawalle1, is #BanditLord. You can't make this up....!!
Dear EDO Obidients, just last year, you gave us 71% of the vote, showing how much you desire and deserve good governance. We remember how you stood your ground during the 2020 elections despite money inducement, thuggery and violence. You defended your votes and democracy prevailed.
My EDO people, lets DO IT AGAIN!!.
Vote our guy @OlumideAkpata , Tommorow come out and Vote Labour Party. #edowillbeok