Omoyele Sowore

Omoyele Sowore

activist Nigeria

Omoyele Sowore is a Nigerian human rights activist and journalist known for his vocal opposition to government policies and his advocacy for democracy and social justice. He is the founder of the online news platform Sahara Reporters and has been an outspoken critic of various administrations in Nigeria. Recently, he sparked controversy by labeling Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun as an 'illegal IGP' in response to the ongoing debate over Egbetokun's tenure extension.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
595,414
Power
1,294$
Sentiment
6.67
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Nigeria 6 6.67 0.26% +10% 206,139,589 595,414 $448,000 1,294$
Totals 6 206,139,589 595,414 $448,000 1,294$
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Recent Mentions

Nigeria Nigeria: Omoyele Sowore claimed that President Tinubu's trip to France was for medical attention. 5

The Punch: Suspend France trip, Nigerians dying, Peter Obi tells Tinubu

Nigeria Nigeria: Omoyele Sowore is the chairman of the African Action Congress and the Convener of the Take Back Nigeria Movement. 8

The Punch: I’m ready to lead Anambra, not afraid of APGA, PDP – AAC gov candidate Ifemeludike

Nigeria Nigeria: Omoyele Sowore alleged that President Tinubu's trip to France was for medical care. 3

The Punch: Tinubu not in France for medical, Presidency replies Sowore

Nigeria Nigeria: Human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore was also present at the protest ground to show solidarity with the movement. 8

The Punch: Police disperse Abuja protesters with tear gas

Nigeria Nigeria: Human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, was sighted at the protest ground, lending support to the cause. 8

The Punch: Protest begins in Abuja over cybercrime act, hardship, others

Nigeria Nigeria: Sowore is a human rights activist and publisher who supported Ushie Uguamaye after she criticized President Bola Tinubu's administration. 8

The Punch: Corper who criticised Tinubu under pressure to apologise – Activists

Nigeria Nigeria: Omoyele Sowore has thrown his support behind Ushie Rita Uguamaye, the National Youth Service Corps member facing backlash over her viral video criticizing President Bola Tinubu’s administration. 8

The Punch: Sowore accompanies Lagos corper to NYSC office over viral video controversy

Nigeria Nigeria: Omoyele Sowore was dragged to a Federal High Court for calling the IGP an 'illegal IGP'. 6

The Punch: Falana asks AGF to withdraw IG's suit against Sowore