Ex-Senate President Saraki Set for Arraignment Over Defamation Allegations
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki is scheduled to be arraigned on July 22, 2026, in a Kwara State High Court over alleged defamatory remarks against Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq.
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Former Senate President Bukola Saraki is set to be arraigned on July 22, 2026, before a Kwara State High Court sitting in Ilorin over alleged defamatory statements directed at Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq. The court issued the date as the next hearing for the matter, when Saraki is expected to enter a formal plea.
The arraignment follows a petition filed by the state government over remarks attributed to Saraki. The court adjourned the proceedings to allow for formal arraignment, according to Peoples Gazette. The case centers on accusations that Saraki made statements damaging to the governor’s reputation.
Naija News reported that the matter will be heard in Ilorin, where the High Court has scheduled the next session. The development marks a significant step in the legal process, as Saraki prepares to respond to the allegations in court. No further details about the content of the remarks have been disclosed.
The case underscores ongoing tensions between the former Senate President and the Kwara State government. Both Naija News and Peoples Gazette confirm the July 22 date as pivotal for the next phase of legal proceedings. The court has not issued a ruling on the merits of the defamation claim.