Peter Obi recently visited the esteemed legal luminary Afe Babalola, which the sources close to him explained was to seek an alternative resolution to a defamation lawsuit brought against activist Dele Farotimi. This lawsuit centers on claims made in Farotimi's book, "Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System," which Babalola asserts has damaged his reputation by alleging unethical judicial practices and corruption within the Supreme Court. Obi's visit to Babalola's residence in Ado-Ekiti aimed to explore possibilities for an amicable settlement outside the courtroom, demonstrating a preference for dialogue over prolonged litigation. Farotimi’s controversial book accuses Babalola of manipulating Supreme Court judgments for personal gain, which Babalola's legal team vehemently denies. The suit, filed in Ekiti State, has sparked a wider debate on freedom of expression versus protecting individual reputations. As the case progresses, it is expected to test the boun...
...so, why ask why?