N60M Negotiation Fee: Act as a SAN, Adhere to Proper Legal Procedures for Service Rather Than Relying on Social Media – Oriaku to Ken Ahia | #NwokeukwuMascot

 News 

File Image

Mr Obinna Oriaku, a former commissioner for finance in Abia state has responded to speculated lawsuits circulating on social media regarding a libel suit demanding one billion naira, filed by Mr. Ken Ahia, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria.




According to a statement issued by Oriaku Media Group, titled “Re: Ken Ahia SAN Sues Former Abia Commissioner for Finance, Obinna Oriaku, Over Alleged Libelous Publication, Demands N1 Billion in Damages,” Oriaku media team noted  the speculative as a broader effort to silence dissenting voices in the state. The statement also urged the Senior Advocate of Nigeria to adhere to proper legal procedures for service, rather than relying on social media platforms.



The statement reads in full, “Obinna Oriaku Media Group’s attention has been drawn to a recent publication by PUO Reports, which publicized the lawsuit filed by Ken Ahia, SAN. The Senior Advocate of Nigeria is taking legal action over a report published by www.newmirror.ng on October 26, 2024, titled “Shameless Cover-Up of a Drowning Administration Caught in the Act,” which he has described as libelous, demanding N1 billion in damages.


“We view this lawsuit as part of a broader strategy to silence opposition voices in Abia State and deflect attention from alleged ongoing looting in the state. Notably, Obinna Oriaku is the sixth Abian to face legal threats for expressing dissenting views about Mr. Ahia or the current administration. We understand that he is warming up to sue another set of people including PDP officials. 


“While it is within Mr. Ahia’s rights to pursue legal redress, it has become his habitual approach to threaten any dissenting opinion with court action. We wish to remind him that the courts are not his exclusive domain, and every citizen has the right to fair legal proceedings.


“It is worth noting that proper service of court processes in cases of this nature is either personal or through substituted means. However, in this instance, we learned about the purported court action through a social media blogger. Since last week, Mr. Ahia has been circulating court documents to vocal Abians, apparently gloating over his decision to sue Mr. Oriaku. This appears to be an attempt to intimidate and silence opposing voices.


“Ironically, We observed that same individuals now resorting to lawsuits were responsible for sponsoring libelous publications against previous administrations. If Mr. Ahia’s intention is to intimidate Abians into submission, he has failed. Abians remain resolute and will not be deterred from expressing their views on the affairs of the Ministry of Justice or the state at large.


“The publication in question exposed how N60 million was allegedly recommended as payment to Mr. Ahia for drafting a single contract agreement with Julius Berger Nigeria. We maintain that this action is both morally and procedurally wrong, particularly as Abia State has competent civil servants who have historically handled such tasks and if the state must hire external solicitor, the rules of engagement ought to conform with due process.


“Since the exposure of these documents, which revealed the payment details, Mr. Ahia has been unsettled. It is evident that the publication dismantled his narrative that Governor Alex Otti has been neglecting those who contributed to his 2023 electoral victory. The revelations also confirmed that Mr. Ahia himself has benefited significantly, contrary to his earlier claims.


In conclusion, the statement reaffirmed Oriaku’s readiness to face Mr. Ahia in court, while urging him to adhere to proper legal procedures and refrain from publicizing court matters on social media. The group emphasized that Abians will remain steadfast in speaking out against injustice and committed to promoting transparency and accountability in governance.


“We are prepared to meet Mr. Ahia in court to defend the truth. However, we urge him to follow the appropriate legal processes and refrain from using social media to publicize court matters. As a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, he should uphold the dignity and decorum expected of his rank and status.


“Abians will continue to speak out against injustice and remain steadfast in their commitment to transparency and accountability in governance.”



_______

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

BREAKING: Governor Otti Suspends Health Commissioner Over Financial Impropriety | #NwokeukwuMascot

Image
  News   Governor Otti Suspends Health Commissioner Over Financial Impropriety | #NwokeukwuMascot Dr Alex Chioma Otti Umuahia, Abia State - In a decisive move to address concerns of financial mismanagement, Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has indefinitely suspended Dr. Ngozi Okoronkwo, the Commissioner for Health. The suspension, reportedly due to allegations of financial impropriety and mismanagement of funds, was announced during a state executive council meeting held today at the Governor’s private residence in Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area. Dr. Okoronkwo's suspension marks the second high-profile dismissal in Governor Otti's administration. Earlier, Pastor Dike Nwankwo, the Director General of the Abia State Orientation Agency, was removed from office under similar circumstances. The Otti administration has been under increasing scrutiny, with widespread calls for the investigation of other officials over allegations of corruption.  Dr. Ngozi Okoronkwo Nota...
Read more

Otti Adds More Names on Transition Committee List, Following Social Media Outcry on Plans To Disfranchise Ukwa-Ngwa People | #NwokeukwuMascot

Image
Dr Alex Chioma Otti More Names Emerge, As Igwe, Eziuche, Ahia, Umeh Kalu, Etiaba, Nwokocha, Ubani, Others Makes Otti’s Transition Council List The Abia Governor-Elect, Dr. Alex Otti OFR, has unveiled a Crack Team of his Transition Committee Members ahead of his inauguration as the Governor of Abia state on May 29, 2023. The Transition Committee list which contains many eminent Nigerians from different backgrounds, has Mr. Victor Onyenkpa, Partner and COO, KPMG, as Chairman, and cochaired by Mrs. Ifueko Omogui Okauru, former Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). Ms. Arunma Oteh, former Director General of Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC); former Treasurer and Vice President of the World Bank and currently a Director at FSD Africa, and resident scholar at Oxford University’s Said Business School, is also on the Council; Professor Ndubuisi Ekekwe, a Nigerian-born inventor who helped Apple design a semiconductor for the iPhone; Mr Uche Orji, the...
Read more

VIDEO: Mixed reactions as controversial, crossdresser, James Brown s3x tape leaks.

Image
James Brown who is believed to be gay,  In a video all over the Internet was seen having unprotected s3x with a female whose face was not shown. In the video, Brown’s face was boldly seen. Many have now reacted on twitter, wondering what Brown is doing with a woman. Some even mocked him for having long nails on during the not so pleasant intercourse, scroll down for video. Below are some reactions of twitter users; ”Seeing James Brown having s3x is yet another proof that the real gay people don’t make noise on social media, the ones making noise are just hustling. ”James Brown still fix nails dey bang woman, Princess of Africow o purrrr. ”That James Brown video has to be the most traumatizing thing I’ve seen this year. ”Thought James brown was g@y? See as the werey burst sperrm full that girl body. ”I’m not surprised James Brown is having s3x with a female but unprotected sex?? 1f633.svg Not trying to be a stereotype but has he forgotten he has retroviral disease?? ”James brown S3x...
Read more