Chief Osawaru Writes Aisowieren, Threatens Legal Action Over Alleged Defamatory Remarks

By Staff Reporter

legal dispute has emerged between two Edo State political figures following allegations of defamation and false representation.

The law firm of Hannibal Egbe Uwaifo, acting on behalf of Billy Famous Adesuwa Osawaru, has issued a formal demand to Patrick Asowieren, calling for an immediate retraction and public apology over statements made on April 6, 2026.

In a letter dated April 7, 2026, the lawyers accused Asowieren of making “false, baseless, and malicious” claims during an event in Igbanke, located in Orhionmwon Local Government Area of Edo State.

The statements allegedly included assertions that Osawaru was rusticated from the University of Benin, lacked academic qualifications, and was a native doctor.

Osawaru, who currently serves as Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Cooperation and Integration in Africa and represents Orhionmwon/Uhunmwode Federal Constituency, strongly denied the allegations through his legal team.

The letter maintained that he holds a degree in Microbiology from the University of Benin, as well as postgraduate qualifications in Business Administration from Schiller International University and Argosy University in the United States.

The lawyers further argued that references to electoral qualification standards do not invalidate Osawaru’s credentials or justify what they described as “slanderous attacks” on his character.

They also dismissed any reliance on the Independent National Electoral Commission as a source for verifying academic records.

The letter demanded that Asowieren issue a public retraction and apology within seven days or face legal action, including a lawsuit for defamation and damages.

As of press time, there has been no public response from Asowieren regarding the allegations or the legal threat.