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One of the following persons was not arrested over the May Day riots

One of the following persons was not arrested over the May Day riots

  • A.
    Arisekola Alao
  • B.
    Comrade Ola Oni
  • C.
    Chief Bola Ige
  • D.
    Lam Adesina
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation

Arisekola Alao is the correct answer. On May 13, 1998 under the Abacha’s regime, Comrade Ola Oni, a legendary radical lecturer and activist, Chief Bola Ige, Lam Adesina were notable persons arrested over the May Day riots in Ibadan. They were arraigned before the Chief Magistrate’s Court, Iyaganku, Ibadan.