Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, paid a visit to Dele Farotimi at his Lagos home following Farotimi’s recent release from an Ekiti prison. 

Obi shared on social media that it was his first time seeing Farotimi since his release after spending 21 days in detention. 

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Farotimi, a former spokesperson for Obi’s campaign, was accused of defaming prominent lawyer Afe Babalola in a book, The Cable reports.

He was granted bail on December 24, 2024, after being arrested in early December. 

Obi expressed satisfaction over Farotimi’s positive spirits and his continued commitment to advocating for a better Nigeria.