19/09/2025
Ajaokuta House of Reps Member Denies Ordering Teacher’s Arrest Over Tinubu Praise
Ajaokuta Federal Constituency’s representative, Hon. Sanni Egidi Abdulraheem, has refuted claims circulating on social media alleging he ordered the arrest and dismissal of part-time teacher Mr. Adeiza Onujabe for reportedly praising a federal government project led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
In a statement issued by his Technical Assistant, Ms. Latifah Aspitah Isah, the lawmaker described the allegations as “false and malicious,” aimed at tarnishing his reputation.
The statement reads, "Rebuttal To False And Malicious Allegations Circulating On Social Media
My attention has been drawn to a malicious and false narrative making rounds on various social media platforms, alleging that I ordered the arrest and dismissal of a part-time teacher, Mr. Adeiza Onujabe, for supposedly "hailing President Tinubu's led Federal Government project" in my constituency.
This allegation is not only false but represents a deliberate attempt to tarnish my reputation and mislead the good people of Ajaokuta Federal Constituency and Nigerians at large.
THE FACTS
I wish to categorically state the following facts:
First, I have never ordered the arrest or dismissal of Mr. Adeiza Onujabe or any other teacher in my constituency. Such actions are beyond my constitutional powers as a federal legislator, and I would never abuse whatever influence I have to victimize any citizen exercising their fundamental rights.
Second, regarding the six-classroom block project in Eganyi, I have always been transparent about the source of funding. The project was given to me as a member of the Constituency Outreach Committee which I deemed fit for the Community Secondary School in Eganyi that has never received any Government Intervention in the last 20years. As a Federal Lawmaker, it is my duty to attract meaningful developmental projects to my Constituency for the benefit of our children and community.
Third, I have consistently supported and applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration and all federal government interventions in our constituency. Why would I punish anyone for doing the same?
Throughout my tenure as the representative of Ajaokuta Federal Constituency, I have maintained an open-door policy and have always encouraged constructive engagement with all stakeholders, including teachers, students, community leaders, and all citizens within my constituency.
I have never claimed personal credit for federal government projects. My role has always been clear – to advocate for, and ensure proper implementation of projects that benefit my constituents, regardless of the source of funding.
I call on all media practitioners and social media users to verify information before publication. The spread of false information not only damages individuals but also undermines public trust in our democratic institutions.
I hereby reserve the right to pursue legal action against individuals or organizations involved in spreading these false and defamatory statements about my person and office.
I remain committed to serving the good people of Ajaokuta Federal Constituency with dedication, transparency, and accountability. I will continue to work tirelessly to attract more federal government interventions and projects to our constituency while giving credit where it is due.
I urge my constituents to disregard this false narrative and continue to support the various developmental initiatives we are pursuing for the overall benefit of our constituency.
The people of Ajaokuta Federal Constituency deserve better than the politics of lies and character assassination. Let us focus on the real issues that matter - education, healthcare, infrastructure, and economic empowerment of our people."
