₦10bn from INEC, Wike's Aide over Voter Data Leak — Emeka Ike Demands

In a shocking turn of events, popular Nollywood actor Emeka Ike has taken the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and Lere Olayinka, a media aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to court. The lawsuit stems from the alleged unauthorized disclosure of Emeka Ike's voter registration details, which were shared on social media platform X. According to Emeka Ike, his right to privacy has been grossly violated, and he is seeking a whopping ₦10 billion in damages. The actor's legal team is asking the court to hold both INEC and Olayinka liable for the breach. Furthermore, they are demanding that the offending post be removed and that Olayinka issue a public apology to Emeka Ike. It is worth noting that INEC had earlier stated that the leak was not a result of a hack, but rather the misuse of internal credentials. The court's decision in this matter is eagerly anticipated, as it will have significant implications for data privacy in Nigeria. Emeka Ike's lawsuit is a clear indication that he will not take the alleged breach lightly and is determined to seek justice.