Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has categorically denied claims suggesting he has initiated legal action against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged plans to arrest and prosecute him after his tenure.
This was disclosed in a statement by Lawal Pedro, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice.
The statement released by Sanwo-Olu’s spokesperson, Gboyega Akosile, on Tuesday clarified that Governor Sanwo-Olu has neither filed a lawsuit nor engaged any legal counsel to address these purported accusations.
Pedro emphasized the absurdity of such claims, highlighting that the governor, who currently enjoys constitutional immunity, has nearly three years remaining in office and thus would not seek legal recourse in this manner.
“The EFCC is not investigating the Governor, nor has it issued any threats of arrest against him or any member of his staff,” Pedro asserted.
He further stated that an inquiry into the origins of these claims is underway, expressing concern over how such misinformation surfaced without their knowledge.
Pedro reiterated that Governor Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to exemplary service and prudent management of public resources, asserting that the governor is focused on enhancing the living conditions of Lagosians rather than being preoccupied with unfounded allegations.
“Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu does not have anything to fear when he eventually leaves office at the end of his tenure in May 2027,” he stated.
The Attorney General urged media organizations to exercise caution in their reporting, warning against the dissemination of misleading information that could skew public perception.
“We encourage journalists to verify their sources and ensure that their reports are rooted in fact,” Pedro concluded.
His clarification comes amid a report that Sanwo-Olu’s lawyer filed the fundamental rights enforcement suit against EFCC before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of a Federal High Court in Abuja.
