Former Bayelsa chairman Lucky Okodeh sues military leaders for N2 billion, claiming wrongful inclusion on a wanted list linked to Okuama killings, damaging his political career and forcing him into hiding.

A former local government chairman in Bayelsa, Lucky Okodeh, has filed a N2 billion lawsuit against Nigeria's military leaders, claiming they wrongfully included his photo on a wanted list for the Okuama killings of 17 soldiers. He argues this has damaged his political career and forced him into hiding. The Federal High Court has adjourned the case to November 28, during which Okodeh seeks to stop further arrests, an apology, and compensation.

October 17, 2024
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