Falana calls Dangote’s anti-union policy unconstitutional and unlawful. NUPENG begins nationwide strike over refinery’s labour practices. ASCAB declares full support for strike, urges FG and FCCPC to act fast. Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has urged the Federal Government to step in immediately to resolve the growing industrial conflict between the National Union of … Read more
Falana condemns harsh jail term Urgent reform of Nigeria’s sentencing policy Move to appeal Akeem Jimoh’s conviction Prominent human rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN, has strongly condemned the three-year prison sentence of Akeem Jimoh, a 28-year-old auto mechanic from Osun State. A Chief Magistrate Court in Osogbo convicted Jimoh for stealing 17 tubers of yams … Read more
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has expressed outrage over the loss of more than 105 lives in stampedes during food and cash distribution events in Nigeria, blaming the tragedies on “poverty-induced neoliberal economic policies” and “criminal negligence.” In a statement released on Sunday, Falana, who chairs the Alliance on Surviving COVID-19 and Beyond ASCAB, … Read more
By Tunde Odesola Abomination! Market noise never drowns the marketplace. The dog never gets executed for barking, nor the ram beheaded for butting. The market takes no roll call and yet misses nobody: Ojà Òyìngbò ò mò pé énìkan ò wá. Daily, good and evil walk the face of the earth: T’ibi, t’ire la da … Read more
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, says the judgement of the Court of Appeal setting aside orders restraining the Central Bank of Nigeria and the Accountant General of the Federation from releasing funds to the Rivers State government are in line with the tenets of federalism outlined in Nigeria’s Constitution. Falana stated this on Channels … Read more
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, says the arrest and detention of Dele Farotimi, another Lagos based human rights lawyer and activist are illegal. This is as he called for caution on the part of the Nigeria Police Force. In a statement made available to newsmen on Wednesday, Falana stated that, “without any fear of … Read more
Days after the Court of Appeal in Abuja nullified his presidency, Musiliu ‘MC Oluomo’ Akinsanya has assumed office as the National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW). This marks the first time MC Oluomo has publicly declared taking office since the appellate court reaffirmed Ibikunle Baruwa as the legitimate president. … Read more
Controversial online activist, Vincent Otse, also known as Very Dark Man (VDM), has arrived at Ikeja High Court for the hearing of a defamation lawsuit filed against him. VDM was seen at the court on Thursday wearing an Edo attire, with his supporters cheering him on. He is facing legal action from prominent human rights … Read more
Ahead of the court hearing for a defamation lawsuit filed against him, popular social media critic VeryDarkMan (VDM) has denied accusations of defaming human rights lawyer Femi Falana and his son, musician Falz. EKO HOT BLOG recalls In September, VDM shared a leaked audio in which crossdresser Bobrisky allegedly implicated Falz and his father. The … Read more
The Federal Government is reportedly considering dropping treason charges against over 100 #EndBadGovernance protesters. Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has received the case files and is reviewing them to determine the next steps. Following public criticism, the Nigeria Police Force defended its actions, stating that it followed due process when arraigning … Read more
Social media influencer Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, has requested permission from the Lagos State High Court to appeal a recent ruling by Justice M.O. Dawodu, which favored human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) and his son, musician Folarin Falana, also known as Falz, in a defamation case. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I Feel Sorry For Joshua’ … Read more
A human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, has said that the anti-graft agency and other such institutions in the country have come to stay. Falana stated this amid the controversial calls to scrap the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. He said rather than challenging the legality of EFCC, what should be demanded are measures to … Read more
Popular Nigerian rapper, Folarin Falana, known as Falz, has revealed that he did not feel pressured to pursue a career in law. In a recent interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Falz explained that while he wasn’t forced into law, he was deeply inspired by the work his father, renowned human rights lawyer Femi Falana, … Read more
Controversial Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has denied ever giving money to human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) or his son, Falz, for a presidential pardon. This statement follows the 12-hour ultimatum issued by Falana and his son, demanding an apology from Bobrisky over claims made in a viral audio clip shared … Read more
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana and his son, musician and activist Folarin Falana, also known as Falz, have demanded a public apology and retraction from popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, aka Bobrisky, over defamatory statements he allegedly made. The claims were circulated through audio recordings shared online, including one posted by controversial media critic Martin Otse, … Read more
Luxuriating in a posh apartment when he should be doing time for his crime, Bobrisky got on the phone with a friend, disgorging the content of his innards in a flirty, whimpering and entitled voice. The Very Important Prisoner coos, “I called my friend. You know, because I can’t use my account, I wanted to … Read more
Renowned human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has denied any connection with embattled crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Falana made this clarification in response to allegations that he was involved in helping Bobrisky bribe prison officials to serve his sentence outside a correctional facility. The rumors followed a … Read more
Controversial social media activist and influencer, Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, has issued an apology to prominent Human Rights Lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, and his son Falz, for implicating them in his recent allegations against Bobrisky. VeryDarkMan expressed his reservations during his appearance before the House of Representatives Joint Committee on Financial Crimes and Reformatory … Read more
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has called on the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) to provide transparent information on where crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, served his conviction sentence. NBA President, Afam Osigwe, also urged the Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA), the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and the Attorney General … Read more
Social media commentator Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as Verydarkman, has refuted defamation allegations made against renowned human rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN. In an Instagram video, Verydarkman expressed his deep respect for Falana, whom he referred to as his uncle. This comes after Nigerian rapper Falz threatened legal action against Verydarkman for accusations linking … Read more