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Falana Fires Back At Bobrisky Allegations, Prepares Defamation Lawsuit
Femi Falana, a prominent human rights lawyer, has denied allegations that he or his son, rapper Falz, were involved in securing a VIP section in prison for Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky.
In an interview on Channels Television on Thursday, Falana dismissed claims made by controversial activist Martins Vincent Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, that the lawyer and his son were part of an arrangement to secure Bobrisky’s release in exchange for money.
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Recently, Otse shared an audio recording where Bobrisky alleged that Falana and Falz had contacted her in prison.
Bobrisky claimed that Falz visited her while she was incarcerated and that both father and son had offered to secure her a presidential pardon in exchange for ₦10 million.
Falana refuted these allegations, calling them “infantile radicalism.”
He clarified that Bobrisky had reached out to Falz asking for ₦3 million to secure placement in a VIP section of the prison, a request Falz firmly declined.
“My son told Bobrisky that he could not assist in bribing prison authorities and warned him not to call again unless it was through official channels,” Falana explained.
The senior lawyer stressed that neither he nor Falz had ever negotiated fees on behalf of anyone, and he had never met Bobrisky.
Falana also mentioned that they plan to examine call logs to disprove the claims made in the recording.
Falana to Pursue Legal Action
Falana revealed that he has assisted 280 convicted individuals to secure pardons without ever collecting money. He recounted his involvement in securing pardon for Nigerian soldiers and citizens convicted of drug-related offenses in Libya.
The lawyer expressed frustration with the spread of false claims and defamation on social media, particularly by young activists who fail to understand the legal implications of their actions.
“I have never received any money for the pardons I’ve secured. This attempt to defame my character and that of my son will be met with civil legal proceedings,” Falana said, adding that criminal charges would not be pursued.
While Falana has led campaigns in West Africa to decriminalize freedom of expression, he warned that this freedom should not be misused to defame others.
His legal team plans to pursue civil procedures to restore their reputation and send a message to those who use social media recklessly.
“We will make an example of this case,” Falana concluded, urging for a more responsible use of social media platforms in Nigeria.
Bobrisky, who was sentenced to six months in prison for abusing the naira in April, has not yet responded to the latest developments.
Super Eagles Captain, Ahmed Musa has been signed up by Jaiz Bank as a brand ambassador.
An elated Musa made the disclosure in a statement on his verified handle on micro-blogging site, X on Thursday.
The Kano Pillars striker urged his fans to troop to Jaiz Bank to do business for trusting him with the new role.
He exclaimed, “And to my amazing fans – if you want to support me, make sure to head over to Jaiz Bank and open your accounts with them today! ”
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He wrote, “✨Alhamdulillah✨ I am SO excited to announce that I’ve officially joined Jaiz Bank as their newest ambassador! 🎉💼
“A huge thank you to @JaizBankNG for trusting me and allowing me to be a part of this amazing journey! 🙏🏼💚 It’s an honor to represent a brand that believes in growth, security, and financial empowerment.
“I can’t wait to share all the incredible things we’ll be doing together! 🚀💡
And to my amazing fans – if you want to support me, make sure to head over to Jaiz Bank and open your accounts with them today! Let’s grow together! 💪🏼🔑
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On November 20, 2024, Kenya’s First Lady, Rachel Ruto, celebrated her 56th birthday and her husband President William Ruto publicly expressed his love and appreciation for his wife on this special day, wishing her well.
The birthday celebrations were marked by an outpouring of goodwill from political figures, media, and citizens across Kenya, who praised her for her grace, leadership, and significant contributions to society, particularly through initiatives like the Joyful Women Organisation, which aims to empower rural women.
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The day was characterized by a collective acknowledgment of her role as a national figure dedicated to community upliftment.
In a heartfelt message, President William Ruto took to social media, writing, “Happy birthday my love, @MamaRachelRuto. Continue being a blessing to me and our children. Mungu akubariki sana,” which translates to “God bless you abundantly.”
Other prominent leaders also extended their wishes to the First Lady, with Anne Waiguru, EGH, OGW, Governor of Kirinyaga County, tweeting, “Happy Birthday First Lady,” further showing the respect and admiration for Rachel Ruto’s leadership and impact.
A gas cylinder explosion at a filling station in Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State has resulted in significant damage to six vehicles, according to a statement from the Katsina State Police Command.
The command’s spokesperson, Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu, confirmed the incident, which occurred on Friday, November 15, 2024.
He explained that a loud explosion alerted police operatives from the Jibia Divisional Police Headquarters. Responding promptly, the Divisional Police Officer led a team to the site, supported by military personnel.
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“Upon arrival, operatives found a truck loaded with gas cylinders engulfed in flames at Tamal filling station, along Kagadama-Magamar Jibia Road,” Sadiq-Aliyu stated. The joint team acted swiftly, deploying measures to protect lives and limit property damage. Their efforts successfully extinguished the fire.
The spokesperson added, “Six motor vehicles were significantly affected by the fire incident, but fortunately, no life was lost.”
State Commissioner of Police, Aliyu Abubakar-Musa, has directed a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the explosion. Updates on the findings will be provided as investigations progress.
This incident highlights the need for heightened safety measures at gas filling stations to prevent such occurrences.
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