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Farotimi vs. Babalola: Legal Clash Sparks Nationwide Protests

Editorial TeamDecember 7, 2024December 7, 202405 mins

Human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi finds himself at the center of a legal storm after being arrested and remanded in Ekiti State. Chief Afe Babalola, founder of Afe Babalola University, filed a defamation suit against Farotimi, alleging damaging statements in his book. This has ignited a firestorm of protest, with groups like the Take It…

Labour Party to Sue Defecting Lawmakers: A Battle for Nigerian Politics?

Editorial TeamDecember 7, 2024December 7, 202404 mins

Four members of Nigeria’s House of Representatives abandoned the Labour Party for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), triggering a legal battle and stirring up political tensions. The Labour Party, vowing to reclaim its lost seats, alleges that its former members violated the constitution and electoral laws. This defection raises concerns about party loyalty and…