OBI FACES N50BN DEFAMATION CLAIM OVER PODCAST REMARKS
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By: Fasasi Hammad
The National Vice Chairman (South-West) of the Labour Party, Abayomi Arabambi, has demanded a public apology, retraction and N50 billion in damages from NDC presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over an alleged defamatory remark made during a podcast appearance.
The demand was conveyed in a letter issued by Neplus Ultra Attorneys and signed by Anderson U. Asemota, Peter O. Asimegbe and Stanley C. Eziefulle on behalf of Arabambi.
According to the letter, the dispute arose from comments allegedly made by Obi during an interview in which he reportedly stated that Arabambi “does not have an address.”
Arabambi’s legal representatives described the statement as false, malicious and defamatory, arguing that it portrayed their client as an individual without identity, legitimacy or credibility in public life.
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The lawyers further stated that the interview was widely disseminated through television broadcasts and various digital platforms, exposing Arabambi to public ridicule and damaging his reputation.
They maintained that their client has a well-established residential and business address, active professional engagements and recognised political affiliations within Nigeria, contrary to the impression allegedly created by Obi’s remarks.
The letter contended that the statement subjected Arabambi to embarrassment, ridicule and reputational harm.
As part of their demands, the legal team requested an unconditional public apology to be aired on national television, published on Obi’s verified social media accounts and carried as full-page notices in national newspapers.
They also demanded the payment of N50 billion as compensation for what they described as damage to Arabambi’s reputation, dignity, political standing and public image.
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