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  1. DSS Gives Sowore One-Week Ultimatum to Delete “Inciting” Post Against Tinubu

    Nigeria DSS Gives Sowore One-Week Ultimatum to Delete “Inciting” Post Against Tinubu

    The Digest: The Department of State Services (DSS) has given human rights activist Omoyele Sowore a one-week ultimatum to remove a social media post against President Bola Tinubu, labeling the post as “false” and “inciting.” Sowore had described Tinubu as a criminal in the post. Key Points...
  2. Tension Rises as DSS Gives Sowore One Week to Recant Post

    Nigeria Tension Rises as DSS Gives Sowore One Week to Recant Post

    The Digest: The Department of State Services (DSS) has given activist Omoyele Sowore one week to retract a post made on his X (formerly Twitter) account regarding President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a letter dated September 7, 2025, the DSS demanded a public apology and removal of the "criminal...
  3. Sowore Accuses Tinubu’s Government of Silencing Him

    Nigeria Sowore Accuses Tinubu’s Government of Silencing Him

    The Digest: Omoyele Sowore has accused President Tinubu’s administration of attempting to silence him using tactics similar to those employed by the Buhari government. Sowore vowed to continue challenging these actions, asserting his right to free expression. Key Points: Sowore accuses the...
  4. 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...
  5. IGP Frees Sowore After Public Pressure Over Unjust Detention

    Nigeria IGP Frees Sowore After Public Pressure Over Unjust Detention

    The Digest: Omoyele Sowore, the human rights activist and publisher of Sahara Reporters, was released from police custody late Friday after a wave of public outcry over his arrest. Sowore had been detained since Wednesday and described the arrest as unlawful, accusing the Nigeria Police Force...
  6. Police Explain Sowore's Detention to Protesters

    Nigeria Police Explain Sowore's Detention to Protesters

    The Digest: In a scene that is rooted in the storm of political protest, the Commissioner of Police for the Special Intervention Squad, Abayomi Shogunle, has addressed protesters and the press in Abuja, explaining the reason for activist Omoyele Sowore's continued detention. Key Points...
  7. Sowore Detained by Police: Nationwide Protest Threatened by Supporters

    Nigeria Sowore Detained by Police: Nationwide Protest Threatened by Supporters

    The Digest: Omoyele Sowore, 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), was detained by the Nigerian Police on August 6, 2025, under allegations of forgery and inciting disturbances. His supporters have vowed to initiate a nationwide protest in response. Key Points...
  8. Sowore, Retired Police Officers Stage Protests: Demand Pension Reforms in Abuja

    Nigeria Sowore, Retired Police Officers Stage Protests: Demand Pension Reforms in Abuja

    The Digest: Omoyele Sowore and retired police officers are staging a nationwide protest, calling for reforms to Nigeria’s pension scheme. The protest, centered around pension inequality, reflects the growing discontent among former police officers over the government’s lack of action. Key...
  9. 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...
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