The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, has expressed disappointment over the decision of Aloy Ejimakor, one of Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyers, to join the #FreeNnamdiKanu protest in Abuja.
Onanuga described the protest as “shambolic” and questioned Ejimakor’s judgment in participating in the demonstration.
“I spotted Aloy Ejimakor, one of Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyers, among the small group of protesters mobilised in Abuja by Omoyele Sowore. I wonder what Mr Ejimakor was thinking when he decided to join this shambolic protest,” Onanuga wrote on his X handle on Monday.
He argued that as a lawyer representing Kanu in his ongoing treason trial, Ejimakor should be aware of the principle of subjudice, which discourages public actions or comments on ongoing court cases.
“Rather than focusing on preparing a strong case, Mr Ejimakor has resorted to extra-legal tactics, joining a career anarchist to influence the process,” Onanuga added.
Onanuga called for disciplinary action against Ejimakor, describing his conduct as unethical and unbecoming of a legal practitioner.
“Ejimakor’s action questions his adherence to professional ethics. Legal authorities should consider appropriate sanctions for the unethical conduct of the bearded lawyer.”
The presidency believes that Ejimakor’s participation in the protest undermines the judicial process and sets a bad precedent for legal professionals.
The #FreeNnamdiKanu demonstration, organized by Omoyele Sowore, began at 7.00a.m. near the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja on Monday.
However, security operatives intervened, firing tear gas canisters to disperse the protesters, including Sowore.
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