Sule Lamido Claims Political Motivation Behind Corruption Case
Alhaji Sule Lamido, the former Governor of Jigawa State, has alleged that the corruption prosecution initiated against him during Goodluck Ebele Jonathan's administration was politically motivated, aimed at coercing him to abandon his political convictions. Speaking to journalists after a public lecture for his 78th birthday at M-Town Hotel in Dutse, Lamido recounted years of harassment, intimidation, and legal challenges he faced for standing by his principles.
He stated that the prosecution was intended to exert pressure on him, but he has never regretted his beliefs, having previously endured imprisonment during the military regimes of Generals Ibrahim Babangida and Sani Abacha. Lamido criticized the prolonged legal proceedings by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, claiming they have severely impacted his reputation and family life.
He maintains that the prosecution is linked to his political activities and disagreements within the Peoples Democratic Party during Jonathan's presidency. Despite the challenges, he remains committed to his political principles.
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