
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has taken legal action against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) due to alleged threats of arrest, detention, and prosecution following his tenure as governor. This lawsuit, filed by his lawyer Darlington Ozurumba at the Federal High Court in Abuja, seeks to protect Sanwo-Olu's fundamental rights.

The legal proceedings were initiated with an originating summons marked FHC/ABJ/CS/773/2024, dated and filed on June 6. The governor's legal team has raised seven questions and is seeking 11 reliefs.
Among these, Sanwo-Olu requests declarations affirming his constitutional rights to privacy, family life, and property ownership, as outlined in Sections 37, 43, and 44(1) of the 1999 Constitution. He argues that any threat of investigation, arrest, or detention by the EFCC during his tenure is illegal and unconstitutional.
Sanwo-Olu's case highlights ongoing tensions between Nigerian political figures and anti-corruption agencies. The governor claims that the EFCC's actions are politically motivated, driven by adversaries aiming to undermine his administration through false allegations of corruption. He further alleges that the EFCC is pressuring his aides and contractors to provide incriminating statements against him.
Sanwo-Olu seeks a court order to restrain the EFCC from any form of harassment, including arrest, detention, or prosecution related to his time in office. Additionally, he requests protection against the seizure of his property, passport, and bank accounts, emphasizing his right to personal liberty and freedom of movement.
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