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Lawyer Warns FG Against Criminalizing Peaceful Protests, Demands Withdrawal of Treason Charges
An Abuja-based legal practitioner, Pelumi Olajengbesi, has issued a powerful warning to the federal government, urging them to rethink their approach to peaceful protests in Nigeria.
In a letter addressed to the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, Olajengbesi emphasized the critical importance of upholding the right to peaceful protest and refraining from criminalizing dissent in Nigeria.
He expressed deep concern about the government’s recent actions against participants of the #EndBadGovernance protests.
Olajengbesi highlighted the fundamental right to peaceful protest as a cornerstone of democracy, reminding the government that Nigeria’s Constitution and international treaties protect this right.
He argued that levying charges of treason against peaceful protesters is not only excessive but also unconstitutional, infringing upon citizens’ rights.
The lawyer warned that such punitive measures could set a dangerous precedent and harm Nigeria’s global reputation.
He noted instances where the government’s aggressive stance on peaceful civic engagement has led to concerns about eroding democratic principles.
In a bid to encourage a more democratic approach, Olajengbesi urged the Attorney General to use his influence to steer the government away from stifling opposition voices and toward respecting citizens’ rights to voice their concerns without fear of retaliation.
He also called for the immediate release of all arrested protesters and the dismissal of the treason charges against them, stressing the need for the government to refrain from punitive actions that target citizens exercising their constitutionally guaranteed rights.
In conclusion, Olajengbesi expressed hope that, with the Attorney General’s guidance, Nigeria would continue to move toward a more just and equitable society where the rule of law prevails.
Nigerian celebrity couple Mr Eazi and Temi Otedola spoke on what they have been preparing for ahead of the upcoming birth of their first child.
The couple revealed in a recent interview that they have nine doctors checking in and following up with them to ensure a smooth and safe delivery.
They also shared that these measures were put in place because they had not yet decided where they wanted to have the child.
“Nine doctors because to give you options to sort of like see, not just that, because we didn’t know where we were gonna be. Which country? Yeah, we didn’t know which country we were gonna decide to.”
Mr Eazi also revealed his desire for their child to be born in Japan, but Temi disagreed.
Nigerian Singer 2Face’s new partner, Natasha Osawaru makes headlines as she adapts 2Face’s name.
Natasha sparks a controversial topic online as she claims “Idibia” as her name. She recently changed her name on her Instagram page and added Idibia to it.
A viral clip of Natasha calling out her name also causes fans to react. “My name is Hon Natasha Osaworu nee Idibia.”
Fans then question how she has the singer’s name if she is not married. This sparks marriage rumors stating that the couple might have already gotten married.
Nigerian Actor Ijoba Lande takes back his earlier statement regarding colleague, Funke Akindele. Lande first stated that the actress paid him half amount after working on her set for a month.
He claimed that he was paid #90,000 after a month’s work. The actor first lamented on the amount received and gathered attention from many.
However, on the 4th of April, 2025, the actor took back his statement and shared there was an error in the first claim released.
He clarified that he was paid #190,000 and not #90,000, stating that there was an error when sending out the first statement.
“Funke Akindele gave me ₦190,000, not ₦90,000. Please help me beg Aunty Funke. The video was cut and joined, which led to the mistake. People only shared the part where I misspoke and not where I corrected myself. Please, forgive me. I don’t want to go to jail.”
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