Court Deems Utomi's Shadow Government Unlawful in Landmark Ruling

The Federal High Court in Abuja declares former presidential candidate Pat Utomi's proposed shadow government as unlawful, issuing an order to halt its establishment. Justice James Omotosho rules that the concept of a shadow government is unconstitutional and incompatible with Nigeria's presidential system.

The court decision prohibits Utomi and his associates from engaging in any activities aimed at forming a parallel government structure. The case, brought against them by the Department of State Services, highlights the legal boundaries of political criticism and the limitations on creating alternative governance structures in Nigeria.