"You Can Be Sued For That!" | Freedom Of Speech vs. Slander || ORO OFIN.

Guest: Lukman Olarewaju Bello, Esq As political campaigns gradually heat up ahead of the upcoming elections, the boundary between constitutional rights and legal infractions faces its biggest test. While Section 39 of the 1999 Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of expression, our guest warns that this right is not absolute. Amidst rising mudslinging, fake news, and character assassination on the campaign trail, where does fair political commentary end and criminal defamation begin? In this edition of ORO OFIN, our legal analyst breaks down the statutory provisions of the Criminal Code, the Cybercrimes Act, and how the courts interpret libel when public figures are involved. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more updates! #GrandRadio #Politics #NigeriaDecides #Kwara #GrandRadioIlorin #Politics #KwaraState #KwaraPolitics #Election2026 #NigerianPolitics #LawAndOrder #FreeSpeechVsSlander