By David Akinadewo-Adekahunsi
A 53-year-old lawyer based in Ondo State, Wale Omolegbon Odusola, has been arraigned before a Magistrates’ Court in Akure for allegedly subjecting Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to verbal and psychological abuse on social media.
Odusola, who pleaded not guilty, was accused of using his Facebook page to criticise the governor, claiming he had neglected his constituency and failed in his duties.
He was also alleged to have insinuated that the governor was involved in an extramarital affair with the state’s Finance Commissioner, Mrs Wunmi Isaac.
Prosecutor DSP Ayodeji Aderintoye argued that Odusola’s social media posts were capable of inciting public unrest and damaging the governor’s reputation, violating various laws, including the Cybercrime (Prohibition, etc.) Act.
The charge sheet detailed that on 7th February 2025, at about 2:00 p.m., within the jurisdiction of the court, Odusola allegedly posted a video on Facebook that subjected Governor Aiyedatiwa to ridicule, hatred, and contempt.
The charges cited multiple legal provisions under the Ondo State laws and the federal Cybercrime Act, highlighting that his statements allegedly amounted to defamation and an attempt to incite public enmity against the governor.
Following his arraignment, the trial Magistrate, Sunday Adedapo, granted Odusola bail on self-recognition and adjourned the case until May 25, 2025 for further hearing.
