God’s Truth as a Defense: Farotimi Appeals for Divine Reckoning on Bola Tinubu, Afe Babalola, CJN, Ekiti Magistrate, Ekiti Police Commissioner, Nigeria’s IGP, and Other Oppressive Leaders Defying Justice and Fairness

During the sacred season of Christmas, Dele Farotimi’s powerful declarations take on profound spiritual significance as he places his faith in God to confront the systemic oppression he describes as Nigeria’s “evil empire.” Without directly naming his plea, Farotimi invokes the Almighty to act against entrenched powers that perpetuate injustice and suffering, turning to divine intervention as the ultimate reckoning for a system that thrives on corruption and cruelty.

With the resounding statement, “God told me that the truth is enough. It is the only weapon with which you can slay the monster called Nigeria under Tinubu,” Farotimi shifts the fight from human hands to divine judgment. Referencing the themes in his book, Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System, his call resonates with those abandoned by leadership and systems that prioritize power over humanity, subtly asking for God to bring the sorrow, reckoning, and justice that earthly institutions under oppressive and evil leaders have failed to provide. Farotimi’s plea reflects the collective yearning for accountability and hope in a higher power to dismantle a system built on oppression.

Invoking Divine Justice Against an Oppressive System

In a fearless and spiritually charged declaration during the sacred Christmas season, human rights lawyer and activist Dele Farotimi placed his faith in God to bring justice to those he described as architects of Nigeria’s “evil empire.” His words, resonating with the themes of hope, truth, and redemption, invoked divine intervention to confront the oppressive powers that have sought to silence him.

“God told me that the truth is enough. It is the only weapon with which you can slay the monster called Nigeria under Tinubu, which is the truth,” Farotimi proclaimed. These words carried profound spiritual weight as Farotimi entrusted his fight to the Almighty, implicitly calling on God to hold accountable President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, legal luminary Afe Babalola, Nigeria’s Inspector General of Police (IGP), the Ekiti State Police Commissioner, and the magistrate presiding over his case.

The Nigeria Evil Game: Gagging Truth but Not God

As part of their coordinated strategy to suppress him, Farotimi was subjected to harsh bail conditions, including a directive from the magistrate that he refrain from speaking to the media—a blatant attempt to muzzle his voice. Yet, Farotimi made it clear that while these powers may try to gag him, they cannot silence God. His defiance of their oppressive tactics reflected a belief that divine truth and justice cannot be restrained by human edicts.

He seems to be saying: “These powers can try to gag me, but they cannot gag God,” Farotimi implied as he spoke boldly of divine consequences. By invoking the Almighty, he shifted the burden of justice from flawed human institutions to a higher, incorruptible authority. His words called for God to bring relentless pain, unending sorrow, and devastating reckoning to those who perpetuate injustice. Farotimi’s invocation extended to the hope that those responsible would face anguish that pierces their comfort, despair that dismantles their strongholds, and ruin that reveals the depth of their corruption. His plea reflected a belief that divine power not only surpasses the reach of oppressive earthly systems but obliterates them with consequences they cannot escape. His implicit plea for divine intervention underscored an unshakable faith that no earthly power could withstand the unyielding force of truth when wielded by a power greater than all.

An Ordeal of Systemic Oppression and Divine Reckoning

Farotimi’s ordeal highlights the extraordinary and alarming lengths to which these powers have gone to silence him over a civil matter of alleged defamation or cybercrime. Stemming from his book, Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System, Farotimi was forcibly taken from his Lagos law office in a dramatic abduction orchestrated by the Ekiti State Police Commissioner, acting under the supervision of the Inspector General of Police (IGP). Held without bail for nearly four weeks, his persecution intensified with efforts to strip him of his law license. In an act widely condemned as excessive and unjust, the magistrate, responding to what critics have deemed a ludicrous request, issued a restraining order banning his book entirely. This chain of events exemplifies the oppressive measures wielded to suppress dissent and silence truth, all under the pretense of upholding the law.

Despite these oppressive measures, Farotimi placed his fight in the hands of God, asking for divine justice to bring sorrow and retribution to those aligned against him. His faith was not merely a personal solace but a declaration that the consequences for such systemic evil would come directly from God.

“Let God Bring Pain and Sorrow”: A Call for Divine Consequences

Farotimi’s implicit plea was not for human retaliation but for God to act decisively against his oppressors. “God, deal with them with pain, sorrow, and terrible effect,” he seemed to say, as he confronted the entrenched forces of oppression. He did not mince words in suggesting that the reckoning would be severe—measured in sorrow, despair, and divine retribution for those who wield power to silence truth.

This was not a wish for simple punishment but a call for transformative pain—one that would expose the lies, break the systems of oppression, and bring unbearable consequences to those who believe they are untouchable. His words carried the weight of a man certain that the Almighty would ensure justice in ways no earthly system could resist or contain.

Christmas as a Season of Truth and God’s Judgement

Farotimi’s declaration during the Christmas season lent his message a profound spiritual resonance. This sacred time, dedicated to the triumph of light over darkness and truth over lies, underscored the depth of his faith in divine justice. By invoking God during this season, Farotimi aligned his struggle with the universal themes of renewal and moral reckoning, presenting his fight as part of a greater spiritual battle.

His words reflected the belief that God’s judgment would strike where it was most needed: dismantling the systems of oppression and bringing sorrow to those who use power for evil. The Christmas spirit amplified his call, reminding all that divine justice cannot be delayed or denied. Farotimi’s faith in this ultimate reckoning was a rallying cry for those left broken by a system that thrives on their suffering.

Tinubu’s Endorsement of Injustice Leaves Families Homeless

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s public praise for FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, despite the latter’s widely condemned actions of demolishing homes sometimes without due process, reflects a chilling indifference to the plight of Nigeria’s most vulnerable. Entire families, including children, have been rendered homeless under policies that prioritize power over people. This blatant disregard for justice and humanity underscores the systemic evil that Dele Farotimi has courageously spoken against.

For families forced into the streets, with their lives reduced to rubble, Farotimi’s plea for God’s intervention becomes not just justified but urgent. His call for divine justice to strike these oppressors with sorrow, pain, and reckoning is a reflection of a nation’s despair as its leaders fail to protect the most basic rights of its citizens. Tinubu’s endorsement of such inhumane acts further cements the narrative of a governance model steeped in oppression, making Farotimi’s reliance on divine justice a powerful symbol for the oppressed.

Families Betrayed, A Nation Turns to God

The demolition of homes without due process, the rising insecurity, and the crushing poverty inflicted by government policies have left families across Nigeria with no hope in human institutions. These actions betray not just individual lives but the very fabric of a society that should protect its most vulnerable.

As Farotimi declared, “We have only God.” His plea for divine justice, for God to bring devastating consequences to those who wield power to harm, echoes the cries of children and families abandoned by a system designed to oppress. Farotimi’s unwavering faith in divine reckoning offers a glimmer of hope for those left homeless and hopeless, a belief that the Almighty will intervene to dismantle a system steeped in cruelty and corruption.

By highlighting the failures of leadership and the unchecked abuse of power, Farotimi has drawn a line between earthly oppression and divine accountability. His trust in God’s judgment as the ultimate force to bring sorrow and justice upon the oppressors reflects a profound conviction that truth and faith will prevail where human systems have failed.

Inhuman Indifference: Tinubu’s Response to Stampede Tragedies

Farotimi’s plea for divine justice finds greater resonance in light of President Tinubu’s response to the recent stampedes that left over 60 people, including children, dead during palliative distributions. Tinubu shifted the blame to the “poor organisation” of these events, ignoring the deeper root causes—his administration’s harsh policies, including the removal of fuel subsidies, that have driven millions into extreme hunger and desperation.

Describing the incidents as “a grave error” by the organisers, Tinubu failed to acknowledge that it is his own governance that has forced Nigerians into such desperate conditions. His remarks, focusing on organisational failures and comparisons to structured food banks in developed nations, revealed an alarming indifference to the suffering caused by his policies.

Farotimi’s call for divine reckoning becomes a reflection of the collective anger and sorrow of a nation betrayed by its leaders. As leadership shifts blame while ignoring its role in creating this tragedy, Farotimi’s invocation of God’s justice stands as a powerful demand for accountability where human systems have failed.

A Divine Reckoning for the Oppressors

Farotimi’s plea is not merely a call for relief but a demand for divine retribution to confront those aligned with systemic injustice. His reliance on God to bring sorrow and pain to the perpetrators of oppression is a reflection of his unwavering faith that no human power can escape the consequences of divine justice. His words serve as a rallying cry for the oppressed to place their trust in God’s ability to right the wrongs inflicted by the powerful.

Faith Over Fear: Resisting Evil with Divine Power

Farotimi’s steadfast reliance on God in the face of systemic evil exemplifies courage and faith. Despite the coordinated attempts to silence him, he stands firm, trusting that the Almighty will deliver justice in ways that human systems cannot obstruct. His implicit call for divine intervention is a declaration that truth, guided by God, is the ultimate force for dismantling oppression.

The Spirit of Christmas: Justice Through God’s Hand

As the Christmas season reminds us of the power of faith, truth, and redemption, Farotimi’s reliance on divine justice serves as a testament to the enduring strength of the human spirit. His fight transcends personal grievances, becoming a broader call for God to illuminate the darkest corners of society and hold the oppressors accountable.

Farotimi’s words, steeped in faith and conviction, embody the belief that divine power will triumph over human injustice. His defiance stands as a powerful reminder that while human systems may try to suppress truth, they cannot escape the consequences of divine reckoning. Neither Farotimi nor this writer is directly asking for God’s punishment on these Nigerian powers that be; rather, it is a plea for God to observe and ensure justice unfolds, especially when justice appears unattainable from these powers. In his plea for God’s intervention, the spirit of Christmas finds profound expression—a call for sorrow and pain to be visited upon the oppressors as justice is delivered through God’s hand.