Key Points
- Adeyanju confirms the suit and posts a bold response. He says Obi filed in Anambra, not Abuja.
- He vows to defend himself and counter the allegations. He insists the public will watch a full court test.
- Obi seeks damages, apology, and removal of disputed posts. He also asks for a perpetual restraint order.
Deji Adeyanju reacted after Peter Obi sued him for defamation. The activist posted a long note on X. He vowed to fight the case to the end.
Obi filed a libel suit at the Anambra court. He seeks damages, apology, and deletion of flagged posts. See our report, Peter Obi sues Deji Adeyanju.
What Adeyanju posted on X
Adeyanju wrote, “Finally, Peter Obi has sued me.” He said Obi picked Anambra despite living near Abuja. He added, “I will prove he is corrupt, a fraud.”
What Obi seeks in court
The writ names Obi as plaintiff in Onitsha. It asks for ₦1.5bn across general and aggravated damages. It also requests public apology and deletion of posts.
Adeyanju is a lawyer and civic advocate in Abuja. He often posts hard takes on politics and culture. His posts draw strong replies across Nigeria’s online space.
Obi is a former governor and 2023 presidential runner. He keeps a calm tone during most public disputes. He recently clarified a remark, see Peter Obi explains my brother remark.
Defamation suits in Nigeria often demand high headline sums. Courts weigh intent, reach, and harm before any award. Cases can run for months before first firm rulings.
Obi’s public posts often stress calm talk and respect. Last month, he explained a phrase during a palace visit. Read more in Peter Obi explains my brother remark.
Adeyanju expects a fight and welcomes a public courtroom test. Obi’s lawyers will push for quick service and hearing. Dates should emerge when the court issues first schedules.
Both men maintain strong followings, so views remain sharply split. Observers urge calm words while the case proceeds. We will track filings and share firm updates here.
