Human Rights Lawyer Assembles Legal Team to Support Nationwide Protests in Nigeria

In a bold move, renowned human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong has announced plans to assemble a legal team in Lagos State to provide representation to protesters who may be arrested during the forthcoming nationwide protests in Nigeria. The lawyer has also called on his colleagues in the legal profession who are willing to offer pro bono services to protesters in Lagos to share their WhatsApp numbers with him.

Effiong made the announcement on his social media handle on Thursday, stating that history will vindicate the just, suggesting that the protest is a righteous cause. The lawyer emphasized that his legal team will offer representation to any protester who may be arrested and charged to court during the peaceful protest.

The move by Effiong is seen as a significant step in supporting the rights of protesters, who are expected to take to the streets across the country to demand justice and reforms. The protests are likely to be met with resistance from authorities, and the presence of a legal team will provide crucial support to those who may be detained or charged.

Effiong’s call to action has been met with widespread support from his colleagues in the legal profession, who are eager to lend their expertise to the cause. The lawyer’s efforts are expected to send a strong message to authorities that the rule of law must be respected, and that those who exercise their fundamental rights to peaceful assembly and protest must be protected.

As the protests approach, Effiong’s legal team is likely to play a vital role in ensuring that the rights of protesters are protected and that justice is served. The lawyer’s commitment to the cause is a beacon of hope for those who are fighting for a better Nigeria, and his efforts are likely to have a lasting impact on the country’s human rights landscape.