Always Save for Legal Fees In Case You Are Sued Over What You Say On Social Media– Shehu Sani

Shehu Sani, a former senator from Nigeria, has cautioned that freedom of speech comes at a cost now.

In a Facebook post, he urged Nigerians who like to express their views to save some money for legal fees in case they face lawsuits for their comments or social media posts.

He noted that even if a lawyer offers to work pro bono, they often request money for expenses like fuel or phone credit.

“Freedom of Speech is NOT free. Always keep some money to pay your lawyer in case you are sued over what you say or posted on your social media account. Even the lawyers who agree to give you free service will ask for money to fuel their cars and have some lunch after the court session. And if you fall into the hands of a SAN, you are on your own. We have been taken to Court many times for our opinions and we know the cost of legal representation. Just make sure that among your friends you have a good lawyer.”