By Patrick Idowu
Afe Babalola’s law firm has petitioned the Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee (LPDC), to disbar human rights advocate Dele Farotimi over alleged unethical conduct.
The 90-page petition, dated December 6, 2024, was signed by Ola Faro, a partner in the firm.
The firm accuses Farotimi of defaming them in his book, Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System, and making false allegations against the Supreme Court and the legal profession.
The petition also claims that Farotimi participated in unlawful conduct, including bribing judicial officers, distorting facts, and obstructing justice to benefit his clients.
The firm further alleges that Farotimi used offensive language against the Supreme Court, treated colleagues with disrespect, and engaged in unethical practices to influence judicial outcomes.
Farotimi is also facing trial for alleged defamation and cyberbullying, with charges filed by the Ekiti police.
He was granted N50 million bail on December 3, 2024, but remains in custody pending a magistrate court ruling on December 20.
