US firm threatens asset seizure as ex-presidential aide Laolu Akande faces defamation lawsuit
A United States-based political advisory and lobbying firm, Von Batten-Montague-York, has announced that former presidential aide, Laolu Akande, has been served with a federal court summons and complaint over alleged defamation. The firm disclosed this in a statement on Monday, identifying Akande, also known as Pastor Olaolu Akande, as the operator of Empowered Newswire. It […] US firm threatens…
The US-based political advisory and lobbying firm Von Batten-Montague-York has filed a defamation lawsuit against former presidential aide, Laolu Akande, also known as Pastor Olaolu Akande, for allegedly making false statements. The firm's process server successfully served both Akande and Ademola Bello with a federal court summons and complaint, giving them a chance to hire legal representation and defend themselves against the accusations in federal court.
Von Batten-Montague-York has warned that if either defendant does not respond within the set time limit, they could face a default judgment against them. The firm also stated that if a monetary judgment is entered, they plan to pursue various enforcement measures, such as asset seizure, wage garnishment, and other collection methods, to recover any damages awarded to Von Batten.
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