Protesters storm the Federal High Court in Abuja, demanding the release of Omoyele Sowore. Activists accuse the police of intimidation and misplaced priorities.
Activists Rally Against Intimidation, Call for Sowore’s Freedom
A wave of protests erupted at the Federal High Court in Abuja as #EndBadGovernance activists demanded the immediate release of activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore. The demonstrators accused security forces of using intimidation tactics to suppress dissent, emphasizing their stand against what they described as political oppression.
Why Was Sowore Detained?
Sowore was summoned on multiple allegations, including:
- Resisting and obstructing public officers
- Disobeying lawful orders
- Cyberstalking
- Allegedly attempting to prevent arrests
He later took to X.com (formerly Twitter) to claim that his legal troubles were politically motivated, citing his vocal criticism of Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun’s tenure extension. However, following a meeting with the Force Intelligence Department of the Nigeria Police Force, Sowore announced that he had been granted bail.
Protesters Slam Authorities for Misplaced Priorities
Despite the heavy presence of security forces on Wednesday, protesters remained defiant. One demonstrator criticized the government’s approach, accusing the authorities of prioritizing the suppression of activists over addressing rising insecurity in Abuja.
“Police officers are here to intimidate peaceful demonstrators while Abuja is facing serious security challenges. Instead of deploying personnel to crime-ridden areas, they are stationed here to suppress citizens. This reflects the misplaced priorities of this administration and the illegal Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun,” the protester stated.
Public Outcry Over Sowore’s Detention
The protest underscores growing discontent with governance in Nigeria, particularly regarding the suppression of dissenting voices. Many activists argue that Sowore’s detention is part of a broader strategy to silence critics of the government. The #EndBadGovernance movement continues to gain traction as citizens push for accountability, justice, and better governance.
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