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The Digest:


Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga has called for disciplinary action against Aloy Ejimakor, one of Nnamdi Kanu's lawyers, for participating in the #FreeNnamdiKanu protest in Abuja. In a statement on social media, Onanuga accused Ejimakor of violating legal ethics and the sub judice principle by joining demonstrations while his client's case is still before the court.

Key Points:
  • Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga demands sanctions against Kanu's lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor
  • Ejimakor participated in the #FreeNnamdiKanu protest organized by Omoyele Sowore
  • Onanuga accused the lawyer of violating sub judice principles and professional ethics
  • He described Sowore as a "career anarchist" and criticized Ejimakor's "extra-legal tactics"
  • The presidential aide urged legal authorities to take disciplinary action
  • Kanu's treason case is currently at the defence stage after prosecution closed its case
  • The incident highlights tensions between legal advocacy and political protest
The call for sanctions reflects escalating tensions between government officials and legal representatives involved in politically sensitive cases. Crossing the Line.

Sources: Linda Ikeji Blog

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