Prominent lawyer and human rights activist, Femi Falana, has called upon President Bola Tinubu to take the lead in the fight against corruption.
Falana made this statement during the celebration of Aare Babalola’s 60 years at the bar, which took place at Afe Babalola University in Ado-Ekiti on Monday.
Falana expressed his concern that Nigeria is still grappling with the grips of corruption, as politicians implicated in corrupt practices continue to wield power.
He emphasized the need for President Tinubu to spearhead an anti-corruption crusade, stating that the country is currently in a troubled state.
He emphasized the importance of returning to an era where individuals accused of corruption and looting are barred from participating in the decision-making processes of the nation.
Additionally, Falana urged the government to refrain from engaging in religious discrimination. He called for equal treatment of all religious groups and highlighted the need for legal action if discrimination is observed in areas where only mosques are present without any churches.
Furthermore, Falana encouraged Nigerian citizens to be aware of their rights and to take advantage of them. He emphasized the ability to seek justice when a person is unlawfully killed, whether through holding the government accountable for punishing the offender or seeking compensation.
With his plea to President Tinubu and the government, Falana hopes to see significant strides in the fight against corruption and the promotion of equal treatment for all religious groups in Nigeria.