Umahi: Lawyer threatens legal action against Tracy Ohiri

Nigerian human rights lawyer and activist, Marshal Abubakar, has dismissed as false and misleading the claims being circulated by Ms. Tracy Ohiri, insisting that his actions throughout their engagement were lawful and in good faith.

In a statement on Saturday, Abubakar said he played a key role in mobilizing prominent individuals, including Ireti Kingibe and activist Omoyele Sowore, alongside other concerned citizens, to ensure that Ohiri was not unlawfully detained and that her fundamental right to free speech was upheld.

He noted that sustained legal and civic interventions led to her being granted bail, thereby avoiding incarceration.

The lawyer further disclosed that subsequent mediation efforts uncovered significant gaps in Ohiri’s claims, particularly the lack of verifiable evidence to support any contractual relationship or service delivery involving David Umahi.

According to him, despite multiple opportunities, no proof was presented to substantiate the allegations.

Abubakar explained that in a bid to resolve the matter amicably, a peace arrangement was facilitated, during which a sum of $70,000 was given to Ohiri strictly as a goodwill gesture.

He stressed that the payment did not constitute compensation or an admission of liability by any party, adding that the arrangement could be independently verified.

He also clarified that he did not derive any personal financial benefit from the process.

Expressing disappointment, Abubakar accused Ohiri of continuing to make false allegations and resorting to threats and misrepresentation despite the resolution efforts.

The human rights lawyer concluded by stating that he would take appropriate legal steps to protect his reputation and integrity.