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The Digest:

A Federal High Court in Abuja has declined an ex parte motion filed by the Nigeria Police Force seeking to stop the "Free Nnamdi Kanu Now" protest scheduled for Monday, October 20. Justice Umar instead directed the police to formally serve the protest organizer, Omoyele Sowore, and adjourned the case until Tuesday for a full hearing.

Key Points:
  • The court rejected the police's bid to stop Monday's protest.
  • Justice Umar ordered the police to serve Sowore with a formal notice.
  • The case was adjourned to Tuesday for a proper hearing.
  • Sowore described the ruling as a victory for civil liberties.
  • The protest aims to demand the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu.
  • Police had sought to restrain the march to the Aso Rock Villa.
  • Sowore confirmed the protest will proceed as planned.
This judicial decision underscores the ongoing tension between state authority and civil dissent, testing the boundaries of constitutional rights in a democracy.

Sources: Leadership New