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Ekiti CP defends Farotimi’s arrest in Lagos

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Ekiti CP defends Farotimi’s arrest in Lagos

Ekiti CP defends Farotimi’s arrest in Lagos

 

The Ekiti State Commissioner of Police, Mr Adeniran Akinwale, has defended the arrest of the Lagos-based human rights activist, Dele Farotimi for alleged cyberbullying and defamation.

In an interview with our correspondent on Tuesday, Akinwale said the alleged offences committed by Farotimi included “defamation of character, cyberstalking and other things” noting that those two allegations were “fully established.”

He said, “We are investigating him (Farotimi). If the suspect is arrested, we will bring him for investigation. We will conduct our investigation and will be able to know his level of culpability or otherwise.”

Reacting to the arrest in a telephone conversation with our correspondent on Tuesday, the Director General of the Labour Party presidential campaign council, Akin Osuntokun, condemned how the lawyer was arrested.

 

 

He expressed concerns about the alleged involvement of Chief Afe Babalola whom he described as an illustrious personality.

Osuntokun said, “I know Dele Farotimi as a junior I was a bit disturbed about the fact that the police commissioner in Ekiti state would come to Lagos to come and arrest someone about cybercrime which is always a euphemism for whatever grouse the police has. Chief Afe Babalola is an illustrious citizen of Nigeria, his name being attached to what has happened.

“I am sure that Babalola will not get involved in something like this. Something is missing somewhere. The method with which he was apprehended, I won’t know how that is consistent with due process.”

 

 

Meanwhile, the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress in the 2023 elections, Omoyele Sowore, condemned the arrest of Farotimi stressing that the process was undemocratic.

Sowore in a tweet on Tuesday demanded the release of the lawyer while noting that the police should avoid being used to settle personal scores.

He tweeted, “I just spoke with Kunle Akinwale, the Commissioner of @PoliceNG Ekiti State Command. He admits that they arrested @DeleFarotimi and that he’s being driven from Lagos to Ekiti by road.

“I told him categorically that this constituted an abuse of @PoliceNG’s powers and that this was a civil case that ought not to have warranted police intervention. When he admitted to me that they were driving him from Lagos, I asked him repeatedly, “Did he kill someone?”

“He even said he was still under investigation for “cybercrime.” This illegal arrest was staged by one of Nigeria’s most senior lawyers, Afe Babalola SAN. This is just despicable.’

Recall that Farotimi had in a press statement on Monday accused some police operatives suspected to be from Ekiti of planning to arrest him over an issue regarding the content of a book he published.

 

He also alleged that the police deployed several antics that suggested an attempt to abduct him rather than invite him for questioning on any matter.

 

The statement read in part, “I must reiterate that I am a law-abiding citizen. I have consistently honoured every lawful invitation by the Nigeria Police Force. However, these recent developments – targeting my associates, tracking my phone, and harassing innocent individuals-are deeply concerning.

“It has therefore become clear, and it is no longer hidden, that there are policemen from the Ekiti State Police Command who are currently working out of Zone 2 Police Station on a mission to abduct me. Now, this leads me to ask a question: if I faithfully attended the police station as invited, why not invite me in the same manner again?

“Assuming there is even a charge, it does not take a lawyer to point out that law enforcement officers going around arresting people connected to me and intimidating them is not the proper way to carry out a lawful arrest. So, I have good reason to be fearful for my life, my liberty, and even the well-being of those around me.”

PUNCH Online reported on Tuesday that Sowore had in a post on his X handle announced the arrest of Farotimi.

Sowore, who disclosed that Elumelu filed a petition accusing Farotimi of defamation, called for the lawyer’s immediate release, emphasising that the police should not be used to settle personal disputes.

Sowore wrote, “I just learned that Dele Farotimi was arrested by the Nigerian Police over a petition by Tony Elumelu of UBA Group alleging Dele defamed him.

“It is pertinent that the Nigerian police are notified that the institution cannot continue to be used to settle personal scores, and we, the citizens of Nigeria, would no longer tolerate such a situation.

 

Therefore, the police at Zone 2 in Lagos are advised to release Barrister Dele Farotimi immediately.”

Meanwhile, the Zone 2 Public Relations Officer, Umma Ayuba, in a telephone conversation with our correspondent on Tuesday, disclosed that contrary to claims that Farotimi was arrested by operatives of the Zone, the human rights lawyer was not in their custody.

She however confirmed that Farotimi was invited about two weeks ago over an allegation and that he honoured the invitation and was since released.

“I have checked our records, he is not in our custody. He was invited about two weeks ago and was released after honouring our invitation,” Ayuba said.

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Former UK Prison Officer Jailed for 15 Months After Intimate Tape with Inmate Goes Viral

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Former UK Prison Officer Jailed for 15 Months After Intimate Tape with Inmate Goes Viral

 

Linda De Sousa Abreu, a former prison officer at HMP Wandsworth in the United Kingdom, has been sentenced to 15 months in prison after a video of her being intimate with an inmate surfaced.

The 30-year-old officer was reportedly caught on camera by senior staff engaging in inappropriate behavior with the inmate. Further investigation revealed evidence of the misconduct captured on Abreu’s prison-issued body-worn camera.

Abreu was arrested at Heathrow Airport while attempting to board a flight to Madrid with her father. She subsequently pleaded guilty to charges of misconduct in public office and engaging in a sexual act with an inmate.

A spokesperson for the Prison Service commented on the incident, stating:
“While the overwhelming majority of Prison Service staff are hardworking and honest, we’re catching more of the small minority who break the rules by bolstering our Counter Corruption Unit and strengthening our vetting processes,” as reported by the BBC.

The incident has reignited discussions about professional conduct and corruption within the UK prison system. Authorities have emphasized their commitment to ensuring accountability and maintaining the integrity of prison staff.

Linda De Sousa Abreu’s sentencing sends a clear message about the consequences of breaching public trust while serving in a position of authority.

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Grace Nation first Sunday Service : There is always a Pattern that Is Associated with the FirstBorn – Dr Chris Okafor

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Grace Nation first Sunday Service : There is always a Pattern that Is Associated with the FirstBorn – Dr Chris Okafor

 

Most First born faces the Most attack in the family, this attack was also established in the Scriptures in the life of the first born in the world, Adams, he faces severe attacks, also his first born also faces attack. Not until you understand and establish the Principles that can change such patterns, this Pattern will continue.

This and more are the case study Look into by the Senior Pastor Grace Nation world-wide Popularly known as The Generational Prophet of God Dr Chris Okafor at the first Sunday Service of the year and Fathers blessing held at the international Headquarters of Grace Nation international aka Liberation City in Ojodu Berger Lagos Nigeria.

Speaking on the Topic “The Misery of the First Born” The Clergyman said Most unresolved Issues in the family results into a situation and if not properly handled becomes Generational Patterns particularly on the first born.

The Generational Prophet of God also resolved that when a father cursed you, the right hand of God covering you will be removed.and when the right hand is removed over your head different situation comes in, therefore it will take the mercy of God to be broken out of such Patterns

Dr Chris Okafor also remarked that there are things you need to know through the scriptures particularly on the misery of the first born, You must be a committed Child of God as the first born in your family to escape this misery, when you do what no other person has done in your family, you must be ready to face attack, therefore it takes the Person with the full understanding of the scriptures and apply the Principles of Way-out as a first born to escape this misery, when you are under the covering of a father, You are exempted says the Generational Prophet of God Dr Chris Okafor.

The first Sunday Service of 2025 in Grace Nation was colourful and glamour as Faithful Dressed colourful with Great expectations from God for a fulfilling year 2025.

Prophetic declarations were declared by God servants Dr Chris Okafor over all faithful Presents in the service either by Physical or through the Liberation TV and all those that worship via all the social handles of Grace Nation international, The Man of God declared to all Grace Nation Citizen world-wide that there year 2025 will be better than the previous years, he declared that Grace Nation world-wide will Record more Billionaires, Successful entrepreneur and No more barren in the Land, Twins and triplets will.be dedicated all across Grace Nation branches worldwide this year the Clergyman declared.

The Realms of the Prophetic witness supernatural deliverance, Healings, various kind of Miracles, Solutions and Restoration at all side.

Grace Nation first Sunday Service : There is always a Pattern that Is Associated with the FirstBorn - Dr Chris Okafor

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Ibadan Stampede: Group Sues For Due Diligence, Understanding, Begs For Mercy For Oriyomi Hamzat

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Ibadan Stampede: Group Sues For Due Diligence, Understanding, Begs For Mercy For Oriyomi Hamzat

 

… Commiserates With Families of Deceased

 

 

The Oriyomi Hamzat Fam in the US and Canada has called for understanding in the administration of justice and equity even as the group condoles with families of the deceased.

 

Ibadan Stampede: Group Sues For Due Diligence, Understanding, Begs For Mercy For Oriyomi Hamzat 

 

The group lauded the general public for their love and prayers for Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat displayed during a recent peaceful demonstration held at Ibadan for the release of Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat and others in custody.

 

 

 

The Oriyomi Hamzat fans USA and Canada stated that as the law enforcement agents continue their statutory work, they seek the release of the benevolent philanthropist, Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat, and others in continued detention knowing fully that they are not the direct cause of the stampede in Ibadan as they had good intentions which was to put smiles to hundreds of families towards last year’s yuletide season.

 

 

 

In a statement released by the two coordinators of the Oriyomi Hamzat Fans USA and Canada, Mrs Toyosi Oladipo and Mrs Rashidat Aina, commiserated with the families of the victims in the stampede that occurred on December 18th, 2024, where children lost their lives and prayed for the repose of the departed children, adding that due diligence should be done by the judicial system and Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat, and others should not be unnecessarily punished for their good intentions and heart of kindness even as the law continue to take its course.

 

 

 

“The fans of Oriyomi Hamzat US and Canada Chapter recognize that it is such a tragedy for the nation and the residents of Oyo State to lose such young children who have their future before them. This is a significant loss for us, and we pray that God, in His infinite mercies, will grant the departed souls eternal rest. May God give their families the fortitude to bear these irreparable, while we wish those who were admitted into the hospital a speedy recovery.

 

 

 

“We wish to express our gratitude to the general public for your love and prayers for Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat which was displayed during a recent peaceful demonstration conducted at Ibadan for the release of Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat and others in custody.

 

 

 

“We would like to state here that Oriyomi Hamzat USA and Canada Fam have been monitoring the development regarding the unfortunate incident; we want the authority to know that we understand the need to conduct due diligence in an incident of this magnitude,” says the coordinator.

 

 

The group pleaded with the concerned authority to have mercy in the case involving Alhaji Oriyomi and others.

 

 

“We as a chapter of Oriyomi Hamzat Fam, believed that he meant well and that the incident was not intentional.

 

 

He is an advocate for children and the less- privileged in our society.  We implore all Oriyomi Hamzat Fam globally to remain resolute and steadfast.” the coordinators said.

 

 

One of the Nigerian actors,  Dr. Bose Olubo-Adegeye who is an integral part of the Oriyomi Hamzat Fam US / Canada also urged the authorities to help to secure lives and properties in future public outings of such a scale to prevent such occurrences as it observed that what happened in the  Ibadan stampede and then in Abuja and Anambra stampedes where precious lives were lost will not happen if security agencies and rapid response emergency agencies swing to action.

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