Sowore Sues Nigeria Police, IGP, and Lagos CP for ₦500 Million Over ‘Wanted’ Declaration

Former presidential candidate and Sahara Reporters publisher, Omoyele Sowore, has filed a ₦500 million fundamental rights enforcement suit against the Nigeria Police Force, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, and the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Moshood Jimoh. Sowore, a renowned journalist and activist, accused the police of violating his fundamental human rights after […]

Gunfire Erupts as Sowore-Led Protest Turns Chaotic in Abuja

A protest led by human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, descended into chaos on Monday after security operatives reportedly fired live gunshots and tear gas to disperse demonstrators in the Federal Capital Territory. The protest, held in defiance of a recent court order banning public gatherings in sensitive areas of Abuja, was […]

Court Orders Police to Maintain Status Quo on Tinted Glass Permit Enforcement

A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an order directing the Nigeria Police Force to maintain the status quo regarding the enforcement of the tinted glass permit policy until the determination of a lawsuit challenging its legality. The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) had filed the lawsuit against the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, over […]

Police Inspector Arrested Over WhatsApp Strike Call Granted Bail by Court

A Nigerian court has granted bail to Inspector Adebiyi Adenusi, a 48-year-old police officer who was arrested after he allegedly called for a strike among police personnel in a WhatsApp group. The call was reportedly aimed at demanding better welfare packages for both serving and retired officers. Background of the Case The controversy began when […]