By Samuel Adeola
Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has called on the Nigeria Police Force to open an investigation into Paystack co-founder Ezra Olubi over allegations of sexual misconduct.
In a statement posted on X on Friday, Adeyanju said the police do not need a formal petition to act, noting that Nigerian laws empower them to investigate suspected offences.
He cited provisions of the Criminal Code, Child Rights Act, VAPP Act and Cybercrimes Act covering sexual offences, voyeurism, and harassment.
His call follows reports that Paystack, owned by Stripe, suspended Olubi after allegations involving a subordinate went viral on November 12. The company confirmed it had launched a formal investigation.
The controversy escalated after decade-old tweets allegedly linked to Olubi resurfaced, containing sexually suggestive comments about colleagues, minors, and anime characters.
Adeyanju argued that while old tweets may not constitute conclusive evidence, they can trigger police action.
He noted, however, that securing convictions may be difficult without complainants.
