In a new claim, Omoyele Sowore, presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) and renowned activist, has alleged a conspiracy to abandon Dele Farotimi, a human rights lawyer currently facing legal battles. Sowore, who made these remarks via his social media account, claimed that powerful figures, including the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, judges, and other influential lawyers, are working together to have Farotimi left in prison. This follows a petition from Afe Babalola’s law firm seeking to remove Farotimi from Nigeria’s legal roll.
Farotimi was arrested over alleged defamation in his book, Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System. He was remanded in prison after his bail application was adjourned until December 20, 2024. Sowore condemned the actions, asserting that the judicial system was being manipulated to undermine Farotimi, but vowed to fight for his justice.
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