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Release Sowore immediately, democracy can’t coexist with tyranny – Atiku tells Tinubu
The immediate and unconditional release of Omoyele Sowore, a human rights campaigner and publisher of Sahara Reporters, who was detained in Abuja, has been demanded by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
Security personnel reportedly picked Sowore up at the Federal High Court building in Abuja immediately after he met with Nnamdi Kanu, the arrested leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).
Arrest Occurs After #FreeNnamdiKanuNow Demonstration
On October 20, Sowore organized a statewide demonstration calling for Nnamdi Kanu’s unconditional release using the hashtag #FreeNnamdiKanuNow.
However, when security personnel broke up the demonstration and used tear gas to scatter the gathering, the protest descended into chaos.
Along with roughly eleven other demonstrators, Kanu’s brother, Emmanuel Kanu, and his attorney, Barrister Aloy Ejimakor, were arrested during the incident.
Sowore narrowly escaped the scene but was later arrested on October 23 at the Federal High Court in Abuja.
Atiku Reacts: “Democracy Cannot Coexist with Tyranny”
Reacting to the development, Atiku took to his X (formerly Twitter) page to express disappointment over the incident, describing it as a “new low” for Nigeria’s democracy.
He wrote: “I have just been informed of the arrest of human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, @YeleSowore, by the Nigeria Police, as well as the arrest of several other citizens who were peacefully protesting in different parts of the country.
“I am shocked and disappointed, but not surprised. Shocked that in 2025, decades after we defeated military rule, this government still treats dissent as a crime.
“Disappointed because those in power today once thrived on protests. But not surprised, for Bola Tinubu continues to show Nigerians exactly who he is and what he intends to be, if we allow him.
“Sowore’s arrest inside a courtroom is a new low, an open assault on democracy and a grave symbol of this administration’s contempt for the rule of law.
“The arrest of other peaceful protesters across the country only deepens the stain. Protest is not a crime; it is a constitutional right.
“I therefore demand the immediate and unconditional release of Omoyele Sowore and all those arrested during and after the protest. This government must end its persistent harassment of dissenting voices. Democracy cannot coexist with tyranny. -AA”.
Growing Calls for Sowore’s Release
Atiku’s statement adds to growing public outrage and calls from civil rights groups demanding Sowore’s release.
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) earlier urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to order the activist’s freedom and respect citizens’ rights to peaceful protest.
The incident has further fuelled debate over the government’s handling of dissent and the shrinking civic space in Nigeria, with many describing Sowore’s arrest as a test of the Tinubu administration’s commitment to democratic values and the rule of law.
The Edo State Police are searching for a man named Timothy Gilbert who is accused of hurting his girlfriend, Angela Ogah, who is 40 years old. The attack is said to have taken place in Ihovbe Quarters, which is in the Ikpoba Hill area of Benin City.
According to reports, Gilbert poured a dangerous substance on Ogah during an argument and then ran away from the place.
Police confirm investigation
Speaking on Wednesday in Benin, the command’s spokesperson, CSP Moses Yamu, confirmed that officers are actively searching for the suspect.
He appealed to members of the public to provide credible information that could help locate Gilbert, stressing that cooperation is crucial to the investigation.
According to Yamu, the couple had been involved in repeated disputes linked to allegations of infidelity, which escalated into a confrontation before the attack.
Authorities warn against domestic violence
Yamu advised people experiencing relationship challenges to seek peaceful solutions and walk away from tense situations rather than resort to violence.
He stated that no emotional relationship should lead to harm, noting that the command remains committed to tackling domestic-related offences in the state.
Victim receiving treatment
Ogah is currently being treated at a private medical facility, where her condition is reported to be critical but under close supervision.
Her lawyer, John Izegaegbe, has submitted a formal petition to the Edo State Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika.
He called for urgent action to ensure the suspect is apprehended and brought to justice without delay.
Residents of the community expressed shock over the incident, describing it as disturbing and unacceptable.
The police have assured the public that efforts to track down Gilbert are ongoing, and further updates will be communicated as the investigation progresses.
A lady has gone viral after sharing how her long-awaited prayer to be married finally came to pass months after the popular Hallelujah Challenge.
She Wore a Wedding Gown to Pray
The lady, known on TikTok as “lucylyon3”, said she joined the February edition of the Hallelujah Challenge with one major request which was marriage.
To express her faith, she wore a full wedding gown during the praise session and prayed while dressed like a bride.
Hallelujah Challenge
The Hallelujah Challenge, hosted by gospel minister Nathaniel Bassey, is a praise and prayer programme followed by thousands online.Many participants usually hold symbolic items such as baby clothes, keys, work materials and even wedding outfits while praying for something specific as an act of faith.
Months Later, Her Prayer Was Answered
According to Lucy, her prayer didn’t take long to manifest. She shared a video on TikTok showing that she is now officially married.
After she posted the update, many social media users also shared their own experiences from previous Hallelujah Challenge sessions.
Some said they also received answers to long-standing prayers, while others congratulated her and used her story as motivation to keep believing.
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Lady goes viral over earlier prediction about Super Eagles, DR Congo World Cup qualifier
A lady has gone viral online over her earlier prediction about the Super Eagles of Nigeria and DR Congo World Cup qualifier.
It would be recalled that the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the DR Congo match ended in a draw, while Congo defeated Nigeria on penalties.
The tweet, posted a day before the match, showed that the lady’s prediction was accurate.
According to the lady identified as @BigZaynabu on X (formerly Twitter), her prediction stemmed from a vision.
Her tweet reads, “Nigeria 1 – 1 Dr Congo . Dr Congo wins on penalties ❤️.This was my dream last night. I don rebuke am sha but I just needed to say it out now”.
Meanwhile, the tweet has gone viral, garnering over 14,000 likes and 1 million views.
Super Eagles coach breaks silence following defeat to Congo
Meanwhile, Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle has broken his silence after the Super Eagles loss to DR Congo.
He confirmed the game finished 1‑1 after extra time, with the Leopards clinching a 4‑3 penalty shoot‑out win.
According to him, a Congolese official was ‘doing some voodoo’ during the shoot‑out, which made him nervous .
Furthermore, Chelle praised Nigeria’s early strike and lamented the missed chances that cost them the win.
Notably, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to kick off on June 11, 2026 and run through July 19, 2026, with matches hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
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