Breaking News: Omoyele Sowore Arrested at Federal High Court in Abuja

In a shocking turn of events, human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore was arrested by the Nigerian police at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday. The arrest occurred shortly after Sowore attended a court session in solidarity with detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu.

According to eyewitnesses, a team of police officers approached Sowore, informing him that he was under arrest on the orders of the FCT Commissioner of Police. Despite Sowore’s request to see a formal letter of invitation and his insistence that his lawyer accompany him, the police ignored his objections and escorted him into a waiting vehicle.

The police claim that Sowore’s arrest is connected to his involvement in the #FreeNnamdiKanu protest, which was held in Abuja on Monday. According to the police spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, Sowore led protesters into a restricted area, contravening a court order. Hundeyin emphasized that the arrest was necessary to ensure fairness in the case involving the protesters who demanded the release of detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu .

Human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong condemned the arrest, describing it as “preposterous” and an attempt to intimidate activists. Effiong urged the authorities to release Sowore immediately, citing the need to respect the judiciary and uphold human rights.

Sowore’s History with the Law
Sowore, a vocal critic of government policies, has faced multiple arrests and legal battles since 2019 over his criticism of government corruption and demand for good governance. His publication, SaharaReporters, has been at the forefront of exposing government corruption and human rights abuses.

The arrest of Omoyele Sowore has sparked widespread condemnation, with many viewing it as an attempt to silence dissenting voices. As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen how the authorities will respond to the growing outcry for Sowore’s release .