Tinubu asks US court to block activist's FBI file request in narcotics probe

President Bola Tinubu has asked a US federal court in Washington DC to dismiss a new attempt by transparency activist Aaron Greenspan to introduce additional records in his lawsuit seeking FBI and DEA files tied to a past narcotics investigation involving Tinubu and others from the late 1980s and early 1990s. The filing, dated Oct 15, 2026, opposes Greenspan’s Oct 8 request to have the court take judicial notice of 176 pages of alleged hacking-related documents.

The case touches on allegations of past drug trafficking linked to Nigeria’s current president, raising questions about transparency and accountability. If the court allows the new evidence, it could shed light on historical investigations; if blocked, the records may remain sealed, limiting public insight into Tinubu’s early legal history. The outcome affects public trust and the broader debate over political vetting in Nigeria.

Tinubu’s lawyers argue the materials are already public, improperly timed, and that news articles cannot serve as judicial notice for truth of claims. Greenspan seeks limited discovery to substantiate his claims. The court has yet to rule. Readers should watch for the court’s decision, as it may influence perceptions of Tinubu’s past and affect discussions on leadership integrity. Will you consider how past allegations shape your view of current leaders, or demand greater transparency from public officials regardless of era?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/16/alleged-drug-trafficking-tinubu-moves-to-block-release-of-fbi-files/