U.S. Judge Reviews FBI Files on President Tinubu
On August 29, 2023, it was reported that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) submitted sensitive investigative files concerning Nigerian President Bola Tinubu to Judge Beryl A. Howell of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.
This submission is part of a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit initiated by transparency activist Aaron Greenspan. Following an application on August 20, Judge Howell permitted the FBI to deliver declarations and records ex parte and in camera, meaning the judge will review them privately.
The FBI argued that they could not publicly disclose the reasons for redacting certain documents without compromising sensitive investigative techniques or endangering individuals. Federal prosecutors indicated that an under-seal declaration was necessary to prevent the public from learning about law enforcement techniques and procedures that could jeopardize safety.
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