Nigerian lawyer Afe Babalola drops defamation suit against Dele Farotimi after pressure from traditional rulers and influential figures.

Afe Babalola, a prominent Nigerian legal figure, has decided to drop a defamation lawsuit against human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi, following interventions from traditional rulers, including the Ooni of Ife. Farotimi was accused of defaming Babalola in his book. Babalola also cited pressure from influential Nigerians, including former President Obasanjo, in his decision to withdraw the case.

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