Dino Melaye Exonerated in Long-Running Legal Battle Against the Federal Government
Kogi state, Nigeria – Dino Melaye, a former Senator for Kogi West Senatorial district, has been cleared of all charges in a case brought against him by the Federal Government. This legal battle dates back to February 2018 when Melaye was accused of wrongfully implicating Edward Onoja, the Chief of Staff to Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello, in an assassination conspiracy.
On Monday, Melaye took to X (formerly Twitter) to announce his victory in the court proceedings, expressing his gratitude to God and his legal team for their unwavering support. He shared, “I take life as it comes, but in all the vicissitudes of life, I trust in God only. He is always with the just.”
In his message, Melaye celebrated the outcome of the case, stating, “Prof. Mike Ozekhome again. To God be the glory. The 12th and last case of FG and IGP v Dino Melaye was decided this morning in a profound judgement by Justice Oriji of the FCT High Court Maitama. I was discharged and acquitted. Long journey since 2018. Truth is constant. SDM.” He emphasized his steadfast belief in the judiciary, remarking, “Justice served after 6 years. Justice delayed is never Justice denied. God alone be praised. SEN. DINO MELAYE 12 – FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AND IGP 0. 12 CASES ALL WON BY GOD. PROF MIKE OZEKHOME AND RICKY TAFA THANK YOU. NO RETREAT NO SURRENDER.”
This case was marked by significant delays, including the unfortunate passing of Justice Aromeh Benson Akogu, the judge originally assigned to the trial, who died during a New Year’s Eve church service on December 31, 2017.
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