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  1. Sowore to Lead Protest at NYSC HQ Over Withheld Certificate for Raye

    Nigeria Sowore to Lead Protest at NYSC HQ Over Withheld Certificate for Raye

    The Digest: Omoyele Sowore has called for a protest against the NYSC's decision to withhold Rita Uguamaye’s discharge certificate. The move follows Uguamaye’s criticism of government policies. According to reports, this action highlights the consequences of dissent within Nigeria’s youth...
  2. Nigeria Police Refutes Torture Claims by Sowore, Denies Inhuman Treatment

    Nigeria Nigeria Police Refutes Torture Claims by Sowore, Denies Inhuman Treatment

    Introduction: The Nigeria Police Force has rejected allegations by Omoyele Sowore, the human rights activist, that he was tortured during his detention. The police spokesperson clarified that the bandage seen on Sowore was his personal property, not a result of abuse. Key Points: Sowore was...
  3. Peter Obi Condemns Sowore's Detention as Abuse of State Power

    Nigeria Peter Obi Condemns Sowore's Detention as Abuse of State Power

    The Digest: In a strong statement, Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has publicly condemned the detention of human rights activist Omoyele Sowore by the Nigeria Police Force. Amnesty International also condemned the police’s violent treatment of Sowore, demanding...
  4. Atiku Slams Police Over Sowore’s Detention: "Shameful Abuse of Power"

    Nigeria Atiku Slams Police Over Sowore’s Detention: "Shameful Abuse of Power"

    The Digest: Atiku Abubakar has condemned the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) for the ongoing detention of Omoyele Sowore, accusing the IGP Monitoring Team of abusing power. Atiku called the treatment unlawful, demanding immediate release for Sowore. Key Points: Atiku describes the actions against...
  5. Outrage as Sowore Allegedly Injured by Police During Detention

    Nigeria Outrage as Sowore Allegedly Injured by Police During Detention

    The Digest: Omoyele Sowore, former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, faces severe injury following an alleged police assault at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. The incident has ignited strong reactions from his supporters and human rights groups. Key Points: Sowore was...
  6. Award Rejection Threat: Sowore Vows Legal Action Against Tinubu Over National Honors

    Nigeria Award Rejection Threat: Sowore Vows Legal Action Against Tinubu Over National Honors

    Activist Omoyele Sowore has declared he would have sued President Bola Tinubu for defamation had he been included in the June 12 national honors list. The former presidential candidate made the statement on social media following Tinubu's conferment of awards on democracy advocates, including...
  7. Men of the People? Oshiomhole, Sowore Clash Over Who Really Betrayed Nigeria's Democracy

    Nigeria Men of the People? Oshiomhole, Sowore Clash Over Who Really Betrayed Nigeria's Democracy

    At the launch of Demonstration of Craze, a book on Nigeria’s democratic struggles, activist Omoyele Sowore dropped a bombshell—declaring Nigeria’s system a “morontocracy” (rule by morons). But former Edo Governor Adams Oshiomhole fired back, defending incremental progress. Their clash revealed...
  8. 2027 Election Already Rigged? Sowore Calls for Rebellion Over Ballots

    Nigeria 2027 Election Already Rigged? Sowore Calls for Rebellion Over Ballots

    Two-time presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has declared Nigeria’s 2027 elections a foregone conclusion, accusing the political elite of pre-writing the results. In a fiery interview, the activist rejected electoral reforms like compulsory voting as "forced legitimacy" for a broken system...
  9. Obi Questions Occupy Nigeria Protest Legacy, Sowore Pushes Back - Who Really Spoke for the People?

    Nigeria Obi Questions Occupy Nigeria Protest Legacy, Sowore Pushes Back - Who Really Spoke for the People?

    Peter Obi's comments on the 2012 Occupy Nigeria protests have reignited debate over who benefits from public dissent. While Omoyele Sowore calls the remarks dismissive, others hear a deeper critique: Where are the voices that once led, now silent in power? KEY POINTS Obi's Observation Sparks...
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