ABUJA – Mr. Jude Ezeobi, a respected legal professional, has initiated legal action against Felix Ashimole, publisher of the blog KubwaExpress, over false and malicious statements that have damaged his reputation and threatened his safety.
The false accusations published on the website alleged that Mr Ezeobi engaged in fraudulent activities related to the funeral of the late Ms Ulonna Inyama, Registrar of Wigwe University in Rivers State.
These allegations included claims of forming a condolence group to solicit funds and falsely implying a civil marital connection that had been legally nullified.
Despite repeated requests for a retraction and apology, Mr. Ashimole continued to disseminate false information, leading to further damage and threats.
Mr. Ezeobi’s law firm, Ezeobi and Partners, has filed a formal petition with the FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Benneth Igweh, seeking a thorough investigation into the matter.
The firm urged the authorities to hold Mr. Ashimole accountable for his actions, which have severely impacted Mr. Ezeobi’s personal and professional life.
In a statement issued on Monday in Abuja, David Atita, Esq., Senior Associate at Ezeobi and Partners, stated that Mr Ashimole’s actions have caused significant harm to Mr Ezeobi’s reputation and safety, prompting the legal action.
He explained that Mr. Ezeobi’s legal measures aim to protect his reputation and ensure that those responsible for the false accusations are brought to justice.
Atita said: “This action follows a series of utterly false and malicious statements published by Mr. Ashimole, which have severely impacted Mr Ezeobi’s reputation and personal safety.
“Despite multiple requests for a retraction and apology, Mr Ashimole escalated the situation by spreading these utterly false, malicious, and defamatory statements to a broader audience via legal community platforms.
“Ezeobi and Partners urge the authorities to conduct a thorough investigation and ensure accountability for these malicious, utterly false, preposterous, and damaging viral publications.
“Save for the calumnous and malicious publications, this has been a grieving period for our Managing Partner and Staff of Ezeobi and Partners.
“Ezeobi and Partners remains committed to upholding justice and protecting the integrity and safety of its clients.”
(Vanguard)