Agbonayinma Threatens Legal Action Over Tinubu Drug Claims

Former member of the House of Representatives, Ehiozuwa Agbonayinma, has threatened legal action against US-based lobbyist Karl Von Batten due to a report that allegedly connected President Bola Tinubu to drug trafficking. Agbonayinma, a member of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, clarified that his 14-day ultimatum to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) was not politically motivated by President Tinubu or any political group.

He expressed concern that his photograph was used in the publication, creating a misleading impression about his identity and intentions. Agbonayinma's petition, filed through his lawyer Hannibal Egbe Uwaifo, SAN, on August 27, 2026, urged the EFCC to revisit allegations against Atiku Abubakar from his tenure as Vice President under former President Olusegun Obasanjo.

The petition was received by the EFCC on September 1, 2026, and Agbonayinma demanded action within 14 days or he would pursue legal action. He emphasized the importance of investigating financial misconduct allegations against public officials.