BREAKING: AGF Withdraws Forgery Charge Against Senior Lawyer Ozekhome
The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) has withdrawn a forgery charge against renowned senior lawyer, Mike Ozekhome (SAN), in a development that has sparked reactions across legal and political circles..
The charge, which had been filed by the federal government, alleged that Ozekhome was involved in forgery, a claim he had consistently denied. Sources within the Ministry of Justice said the decision to withdraw the case followed legal scrutiny and consultations with relevant stakeholders.
“After careful consideration, the AGF has opted to discontinue the matter against Ozekhome,” a source said on Tuesday.
Ozekhome, a prominent constitutional lawyer, has been involved in high-profile legal battles over the years and is known for his advocacy on human rights and democratic governance.
The withdrawal comes amid ongoing debates about prosecutorial discretion and the handling of politically sensitive cases in Nigeria. Observers have described the development as a significant win for Ozekhome, who had previously maintained his innocence and criticized the charge as unfounded.
The federal government is yet to issue an official public statement, while Ozekhome has not personally commented on the development at the time of filing this report.