Gag Order Issued In ₦2 Billion Libel Case: Ehie, Nwaeke, And Channels TV Under Court’s Restrictions

The Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt has issued an order prohibiting public commentary on the ₦2 billion libel case filed by Edison Ehie, the Chief of Staff to the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminialayi Fubara.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The lawsuit, which is against George Nwaeke, the former Head of Service, and Channels Television, stems from a broadcast aired by the media company in which Nwaeke allegedly accused Ehie of being responsible for the fire that destroyed the Rivers State House of Assembly Complex, among other claims.

In a ruling dated April 10, 2025, presiding Judge Jumbo Stephens instructed that none of the parties involved in the case or their associates should make public statements about the matter until the court reaches a decision. The case has been adjourned until June 4, 2025, for mention and further proceedings.

Ehie is seeking ₦2 billion in general damages, arguing that the defamatory statements have severely harmed his reputation, character, and public standing. He claims the broadcast has caused public scandal, humiliation, and a loss of integrity.

Ehie’s legal team has requested a perpetual injunction to prevent future defamatory statements, a retraction of the broadcast, and a public apology to be issued by Channels TV through nationwide media outlets.

The court also granted Ehie permission to serve the lawsuit to Nwaeke via substituted means, including posting the documents to his residence at No. 10 Olumeni Street, Old GRA, Port Harcourt, and through a publication in a daily newspaper with nationwide circulation, including in Abuja and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

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