Kwara government takes Saraki to court over defamation claims
The Kwara State Government has filed a criminal defamation case against former Senate President Bukola Saraki. The suit accuses Saraki of making false statements about Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq's educational background. The dispute centers on social media posts and public statements made by Saraki. Both sides presented arguments in court, with Saraki’s legal team challenging the proceedings.
What we know
- The Kwara State Government alleges that Bukola Saraki published false claims about Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s secondary school education on April 17, 2026.
- The case was brought before Justice M.O. Folorunso at the Kwara State High Court in Ilorin.
- Prosecutors requested a bench warrant for Saraki after he did not appear in court, despite reportedly being served.
- Saraki’s lawyer, Jimoh Mumini (SAN), challenged the court’s jurisdiction and the validity of the service of court processes.
- Justice Folorunso scheduled the hearing of the preliminary objection and possible arraignment for July 3, 2026.
