Ex-Chief of Army Staff Faruk Yahaya Sues Ali-Keffi for ₦1.5 Billion Defamation

Former Chief of Army Staff Faruk Yahaya has taken legal action against Major General Danjuma Hamisu Ali-Keffi for defamation, seeking ₦1.5 billion in damages. The lawsuit, filed in the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja, stems from allegations linking Yahaya to terrorism financing and illegal activities.

Yahaya denies the claims and demands a retraction and public apology. The legal battle intensifies as Brigadier General Sani Kukasheka Usman also seeks additional damages in the case.

The dispute highlights a clash between military figures over reputational harm and false accusations.