- Commendation and Call to Action: Human rights lawyer Femi Falana commends President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for releasing minors arrested during the #EndBadGovernance protest, but urges him to also drop charges against the remaining 101 protesters.
- Insufficient Action: Falana notes that dropping treason charges against minors is a positive step, but insufficient, as there’s no credible evidence to support the treason charge.
- Baseless Charges: Falana argues that the Police Prosecutor’s evidence, including 76 Russian flags and two fire extinguishers, will only expose the Federal Government to ridicule.
- Request for Nolle Prosequi: Falana expects the Attorney-General, Lateef Fagbemi, to formally discontinue the baseless charge by filing a nolle prosequi application at the Federal High Court.
Falana’s statement emphasizes that while President Tinubu’s directive to release the minors is a welcome move, it’s essential to also consider the fate of the remaining protesters. The lack of credible evidence to support the treason charge against them warrants a dismissal of the case. By dropping the charges, the Federal Government can avoid further ridicule and demonstrate its commitment to upholding justice and human rights.
