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Wolemi Esan

Wolemi Esan

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Wolemi Esan is a distinguished Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) who specializes in criminal law and civil rights. He has been vocal in condemning unlawful arrest practices within the Nigerian police system, particularly in the context of family members being arrested in lieu of suspects, which he argues violates fundamental legal principles.

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Wolemi Esan explained the legal framework surrounding the EFCC's ability to freeze accounts.

NBA Faults EFCC Over Osun State Account Freeze
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-08-06
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Wolemi Esan described the practice of 'arrest in lieu' as having no place in Nigeria’s legal system.

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The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-07-07
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