The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has condemned Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, for joining the #FreeNnamdiKanu protest organised by human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore.

Onanuga, in a post shared via his X handle (formerly Twitter) on Monday, expressed disappointment over Ejimakor’s decision to join what he described as a “shambolic protest” in Abuja.

He wrote, “I spotted Aloy Ejimakor, one of Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyers, among the small group of protesters mobilised in Abuja by Omoyele Sowore. I wonder what Mr. Ejimakor was thinking when he decided to join this shambolic protest.”

According to the presidential aide, as a counsel representing Kanu in his ongoing treason trial, Ejimakor should be aware that participating in public demonstrations concerning a matter still before the court violates the principle of sub judice.

He added, “As a lawyer, he should be aware of the principle of sub judice, particularly in relation to the ongoing treason case before the court. The prosecution has concluded its case, and it is now incumbent upon Mr. Ejimakor and the other lawyers to mount a strong defence for Kanu.

“Rather than focusing on preparing a strong case, Mr. Ejimakor has resorted to extra-legal tactics, joining a career anarchist to influence the process.”

Onanuga further urged relevant legal authorities to consider disciplinary action against Ejimakor, describing his conduct as unethical and unbecoming of a legal practitioner.

He added, “Ejimakor’s action questions his adherence to professional ethics. Legal authorities should consider appropriate sanctions for the unethical conduct of the bearded lawyer.”

PUNCH Online earlier reported that the #FreeNnamdiKanu demonstration, organised by Sowore, began around 7 a.m. near the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, where security operatives later fired tear gas canisters to disperse protesters, including Sowore.

Credit: X | Bayo Onanuga