Watch: Dele Farotimi spotted in a video crying, says Nigeria couldn’t happen to him because of you

Dele Farotimi, a Nigerian lawyer and human rights activist, ignited reactions after a video of him surfaced crying while reflecting on his experience in Nigeria’s corrupt political system.

Recall that Celebritynote reported that Mr. Dele Farotimi was arrested on Thursday, December 14, 2024, for alleged defamation against Babalola, a senior judge in Ekiti State.

The Nigerian judicial system has been facing public blackash as the majority of Nigerians condemned the arrest of Farotimi, saying it’s a crime and abuse of human rights.

Dele Farotimi was in tears earlier this morning narrating how the collective voice of Nigerians who spoke up for him saved his life. This video is too emotional 💔

Nigeria will bring you tears when you think of Nigeria can be if Nigerians are undivided. pic.twitter.com/6vuS2ncVao

— #OurFavOnlineDoc 🩺 🇬🇧 (@OurFavOnlineDoc) December 29, 2024

In the video, Farotimi acknowledged that despite Nigeria’s deeply entrenched corruption, justice had been served in his case, not because of his ethnicity, religion, or social status, but because the voices of the people rallied behind him.

Farotimi’s tears were not only a personal expression of relief but also a candid reminder of the power of activism in challenging Nigeria’s often unjust system.

He revealed how, despite being a man from Yoruba origin and a Christian, his case was not marred by divisive ethnic or religious politics.

Rather, it was the collective effort of Nigerians from all walks of life that led to his triumph. Farotimi’s emotional video resonated with many as he shared a powerful message of justice, unity, and the importance of collective advocacy.

According to Celebritynote, the human rights lawyer’s emotional response speaks to the reality that in Nigeria, the system can be brutal and unforgiving.

Yet, when ordinary Nigerians come together and speak out, it creates an avenue for justice to thrive, even within the chaos.