Sanwo-Olu Unblocks Lawyer After Twitter Controversy and Legal Battle

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State unblocked a top Nigerian lawyer, Festus Ogun, on Twitter after facing pressure and a legal challenge for blocking him in 2020. The lawyer had sued the governor for violating his rights and causing mental stress.

Sanwo-Olu invited Ogun for a meeting to address the complaint personally. The governor's actions were criticized, with comparisons made to poverty alleviation efforts by former Governor Peter Obi of Anambra State.

Sanwo-Olu was accused of lacking moral authority to criticize poverty levels in Nigeria. The unblocking of the lawyer came after a public outcry and legal action, signaling a response to public pressure.