- The Obidient Movement has warned of nationwide protests if human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi is not released from detention.
- Farotimi was arrested over allegations of defaming Chief Afe Babalola, SAN.
- The movement condemned the arrest as an abuse of power aimed at silencing dissent.
- They demanded Farotimi’s immediate release and warned of public protests if he is not freed.
- The Obidient Movement also expressed concerns over a “targeted crackdown” on opposition figures.
The Obidient Movement is threatening nationwide protests over the arrest of human rights lawyer and activist, Barr. Dele Farotimi. Farotimi was reportedly arrested on the orders of a magistrate court over allegations of defaming Chief Afe Babalola, SAN .
The movement, which comprises supporters of Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned the arrest as an abuse of power aimed at silencing dissent. They’re demanding Farotimi’s immediate release and warning of public protests if he’s not freed .
It’s worth noting that the movement’s threat of nationwide protests has sparked a heated debate online, with some people supporting their right to protest, while others are criticizing the potential disruption and chaos that could ensue .
