Dele Farotimi’s Book Surges on Amazon Amid Controversy Over Nigeria’s Judicial System
Oxley Technologies has revealed that Dele Farotimi’s book, Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System, has soared in popularity, climbing to the 622nd spot on Amazon’s bestseller list.
This significant milestone comes after a surge in sales driven by an influx of Nigerian readers eager to explore the book’s bold assertions.
The book, authored by the human rights lawyer and activist, delves into Nigeria’s judicial system and has gained notoriety for its allegations against high-profile figures, including legal luminary Afe Babalola. Farotimi accuses these individuals of contributing to systemic corruption within the judiciary, sparking widespread debate and public interest.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Oxley Technologies highlighted the unexpected success of the book, stating:
“The winner in this debacle between Mr. Farotimi and Babalola is Uncle Dele. His book is currently ranked 622 in Amazon’s bestseller rankings. This comes with massive sales. The controversy has inadvertently provided the book with publicity that wasn’t anticipated. Uncle Dele is smiling to the bank.”
Similarly, Due Process Integrity Vanguard, another user on X, remarked:
“Dele Farotimi’s book has skyrocketed to Amazon bestseller status—an incredible overnight success!”
Reports indicate that the book’s demand has extended beyond digital platforms. Bookstores nationwide have reportedly run out of stock as readers scramble to obtain copies. Shops like Tinu-Ade Bookshop in Ibadan and VIC Bookstore in Abuja confirmed to Peoples Gazette on Wednesday that their inventories were depleted shortly after Farotimi’s arrest dominated national headlines.
Farotimi was taken into custody following a petition filed by Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Afe Babalola. On Wednesday, the Ekiti State Magistrate Court in Ado-Ekiti denied him bail and ordered his remand until December 10, 2024. The charge, under suit number MAD/1,476.C/2024, lists the Ekiti State Commissioner of Police as the complainant, with Farotimi as the defendant.
The controversy surrounding the book and its author has not only reignited conversations about Nigeria’s justice system but also inadvertently turned the publication into a commercial success. Many see this as a testament to the power of public discourse in drawing attention to pressing national issues.
As Nigerians await further developments in the case, Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System continues to dominate discussions both in literary and legal circles, cementing its place as a significant piece of contemporary commentary.
