State security officials want courts to stop Professor Patrick Utomi from promoting his shadow government idea. The Department of State Service filed legal papers asking judges to block Utomi from holding rallies or making public speeches about the plan. Their lawyer Akinlolu Kehinde said the agency prefers legal action over arrests. Security forces believe public meetings could cause riots and threaten peace across Nigeria. Officials worry that large crowds might create violence similar to past protests.
Utomi already faces a lawsuit about whether shadow governments violate the Constitution. His legal team entered the case through lawyer Mike Ozekhome but Utomi keeps talking about the project anyway. The DSS wants judges to silence him until courts decide if such groups can legally exist. Security reports show Utomi plans road shows after returning from overseas travel on June 6. Agency leaders fear these events could spark unrest and challenge government authority.
Court documents claim Utomi made statements at Lagos University that could undermine the pending case. He defended creating the shadow cabinet and suggested using different names if courts rule against him. The DSS argues these comments show he plans to ignore legal decisions. Security officials want judges to prevent any activities that might influence the ongoing lawsuit.
Utomi already faces a lawsuit about whether shadow governments violate the Constitution. His legal team entered the case through lawyer Mike Ozekhome but Utomi keeps talking about the project anyway. The DSS wants judges to silence him until courts decide if such groups can legally exist. Security reports show Utomi plans road shows after returning from overseas travel on June 6. Agency leaders fear these events could spark unrest and challenge government authority.
Court documents claim Utomi made statements at Lagos University that could undermine the pending case. He defended creating the shadow cabinet and suggested using different names if courts rule against him. The DSS argues these comments show he plans to ignore legal decisions. Security officials want judges to prevent any activities that might influence the ongoing lawsuit.
