Femi Falana
Femi Falana is a prominent Nigerian human rights lawyer and activist, recognized for his advocacy in legal rights and social justice. As a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), he has played a significant role in various high-profile cases defending civil liberties and challenging government policies. Falana is also known for his work on issues related to corruption, human rights abuses, and legal reforms in Nigeria. His commitment to social justice has made him a respected figure in the legal community and among activists. Recently, he was in the news for filing a $5 million lawsuit against Meta Platforms Inc. for an alleged invasion of his privacy, claiming that the company used his name and image in a false advertisement without his consent.
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Femi Falana is a prominent activist and member of the Movement for Credible Elections.
Senate Faces Protests Over Electoral Act Amendment Bill
Nigeria· 2026-02-09
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana is expected to participate in the planned protest tagged 'Occupy NASS'.
Dalung backs Occupy NASS protest over Electoral Act billNigeria· 2026-02-08
He credited the intervention of his lawyers, including Senior Advocate of Nigeria Femi Falana, for preventing what he described as an attempt to unlawfully detain and prosecute him.
Activist Alleges Police Brutality After Protest ArrestNigeria· 2026-02-04
Femi Falana is the counsel for the unions who filed an appeal regarding the strike.
Police Advise NLC Against Anti-Wike Protest in AbujaNigeria· 2026-02-03
Femi Falana criticized the National Assembly for delays in passing the Electoral Act amendment bill.
Nigerian Senate Resumes Debate on Electoral Act AmendmentNigeria· 2026-02-02
Femi Falana, SAN, had filed an appeal against the interlocutory ruling.
Court Restrains NLC, TUC from Planned FCT ProtestNigeria· 2026-02-02
Femi Falana led the lawyers for Justice Torkornoo during the hearing.
ECOWAS court grants Torkornoo’s request to amend case to include removal from office
Ghana· 2026-02-01
Femi Falana is a human rights lawyer representing the defendants in their trial.
Activists face trial for Lagos anti-demolition protestNigeria· 2026-01-30
Femi Falana is a human rights lawyer representing the defendants in the trial.
Activists Face Trial for Lagos Anti-Demolition ProtestNigeria· 2026-01-29Femi Falana stated that the closure of the appeal did not exhaust the quest for justice.
Lagos under fire for abandoning Kudirat Abiola murder caseNigeria· 2026-01-25
Femi Falana condemned the three-year imprisonment of Akeem Jimoh for stealing yam.
Man Jailed 3 Years for Yam Theft: Falana Condemns SentenceNigeria· 2025-09-06
Femi Falana described the renaming of the bus stop as 'illegal' and an abuse of power.
Lagos LG Chairman Defends Street Renaming AuthorityNigeria· 2025-09-01
Femi Falana is a Governing Council Member designated for West Africa.
ACDHRS Senior Officials pay courtesy call on Chief Justice
Gambia· 2025-08-01
Femi Falana (SAN) took aim at the Federal Government, particularly the Attorney General of the Federation, Mr Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), whom he accused of failing to enforce the very judgment he once celebrated.
N4.5tn Stalled, Govts Defy Court RulingNigeria· 2025-07-11
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has warned African leaders to be more cautious in signing international agreements.
Falana Warns Leaders Against Risky AgreementsNigeria· 2025-07-05
Femi Falana has said that many international agreements imposed on Africa undermine the continent’s interests.
Africa's Interests Undermined by AgreementsNigeria· 2025-07-04
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, slammed both federal and state governments for failing to prosecute arrested suspects.
Ortom Blasts Alia, Justice Plea MountsNigeria· 2025-06-23
Femi Falana was honored by President Tinubu among 68 Nigerians.
Monuments, Yelwata, and a Kaduna IncidentNigeria· 2025-06-22
Chief Femi Falana was also mentioned as a participant in the June 12 struggle.
Senate Leader's US Asylum StoryNigeria· 2025-06-15
Civil-rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), received Commander of the Order of the Niger.
June 12 Heroes: Tinubu's Honours Spark DebateNigeria· 2025-06-13
Femi Falana said that the 1999 constitution remained the major setback for the country.
June 12: Gani Adams, Falana, others call for true federalism, new constitutionNigeria· 2025-06-12
Femi Falana described the bill as unconstitutional and impractical under the current legal framework.
A cure for apathy or threat to freedom?Nigeria· 2025-05-25
Femi Falana criticized the proposed amendment to the Electoral Act as an unnecessary distraction from real challenges.
Lawyers oppose compulsory voting billNigeria· 2025-05-22
Femi Falana is a human rights lawyer who instituted a defamation suit against VeryDarkMan.
Court rejects VeryDarkMan's bid to dismiss Falana's N1bn claimNigeria· 2025-05-20
Femi Falana has criticised a proposed bill seeking to make voting compulsory in Nigeria, describing it as a violation of citizens’ constitutional rights.
Mandatory voting bill violates constitutional rights, says FalanaNigeria· 2025-05-19
Femi Falana demanded a probe into the alleged diversion of a $3.4 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund.
Falana demands probe of alleged diversion of $3.4bn IMF loanNigeria· 2025-05-11
Otitoju recalled a decisive visit to activist lawyer Femi Falana before the deadline for submitting party candidates to INEC.
Ekiti ex-commissioner credits Fayose for political relevance, details sacrificesNigeria· 2025-05-06
Femi Falana is the Senior Advocate of Nigeria who filed the suit on behalf of Sterling Bank.
Court hears Sterling Bank’s suit challenging Reps probeNigeria· 2025-05-06
Femi Falana has taken up the role of holding the government accountable.
Bleak future for Nigerian workersNigeria· 2025-05-01
Femi Falana is a human rights lawyer and activist who signed the coalition's statement demanding justice for Gani Fawehinmi.
Gani Fawehinmi's associates demand demolition of hotel near his homeNigeria· 2025-04-25
