Peter Obi visits Dele Farotimi

Peter Obi visits Dele Farotimi

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has lauded lawyer and activist Dele Farotimi for his courage and commitment to the pursuit of a “better Nigeria.”

The former Governor of Anambra State shared his thoughts in a series of tweets on Friday after visiting Farotimi, who recently returned from a correctional facility in Ekiti State.

Farotimi had been detained on December 3 by the Ekiti State Police Command over allegations of defamation and cyberbullying. These charges stemmed from claims by Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and legal luminary Aare Afe Babalola, who accused Farotimi of defaming him in a 116-page book titled Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System.

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Reflecting on their meeting, Obi wrote, “Since his return from the correctional centre in Ekiti, I have not had the opportunity to meet with him. I was pleased to find him in good spirits and deeply encouraged by his unwavering dedication to the struggle for a better Nigeria.”

He continued, “Dele Farotimi exemplifies courage in the face of adversity, consistently taking bold stands for good governance in our nation. I wish him a fruitful and productive year as we continue to work together toward the development of our country.”

Farotimi’s unwavering activism has earned him recognition as a strong voice in the fight for good governance and justice in Nigeria.

Peter Obi visits Dele Farotimi