Osun State Challenges Court Order Freezing Its Account
The Osun State Government, represented by Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, is contesting a court order that froze the state's account, alleging it was procured through deceit by Gamji Nigeria Company Limited. The application to set aside this order was filed at the Federal High Court on October 2, 2026.
Alimi stated that the arbitration award referenced in the order is fraught with irregularities and that the only valid award against the state was made in July 2026, which is currently being challenged in the Lagos State High Court. The dispute originated from a contract dating back to 2017 under former Governor Gboyega Oyetola, concerning a claimed debt of $15,982,638.22 owed to Gamji.
The state government argues that the arbitration process was mismanaged, denying them a fair hearing. Despite being aware of the ongoing legal challenge, Gamji sought to enforce the award through the Federal High Court.
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