Critics argue that the legal system disproportionately targets activists and ordinary citizens while often shielding the powerful from accountability.....Read Full Article>>
A viral Facebook post by Barrister Festus Ogun has sparked widespread discussion on Nigeria’s judicial fairness.
The post juxtaposes two striking images: human rights lawyer Barrister Dele Farotimi in handcuffs before his bail hearing for a defamation suit filed by Senior Advocate Afe Babalola and former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello walking confidently out of court, flanked by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Ogun’s caption, “Dele Farotimi in handcuffs. Yahaya Bello walking majestically. Tale of two justice system,” encapsulates what many perceive as the stark inequalities in the country’s legal system.
The hashtag #FreeDeleFarotimi quickly gained traction, with commentators expressing frustration over perceived disparities in treatment based on status and political influence.
The contrasting visuals have reignited calls for judicial reform in Nigeria.
Critics argue that the legal system disproportionately targets activists and ordinary citizens while often shielding the powerful from accountability.
The widely shared images have intensified public discourse on the need for an equitable justice system, underscoring growing tensions between citizens and institutions tasked with upholding the rule of law. ....Read Full Article>>
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