Omoyele Sowore
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.
Born on Feb 16, 1971 (54 years old)
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Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore vowed to protest at the NYSC passing out parade in support of Rita Uguamaye.
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Omoyele Sowore has alleged that all opposition parties in Nigeria, except his African Action Congress, are under the influence and control of the ruling All Progressives Congress.
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Omoyele Sowore criticized the idea of a shadow cabinet as an ineffective symbolic gesture.
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Omoyele Sowore announced the release of VeryDarkMan via his X handle.
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Nigeria:
Omoyele Sowore is mentioned as a prominent opposition figure seen in meetings with Isah.
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Omoyele Sowore has taken up the role of holding the government accountable.
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Nigeria:
Omoyele Sowore is a rights activist who is part of the Coalition of Nigerian Patriots advocating for gun rights.
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Nigeria:
Omoyele Sowore, a political activist, described the rising cases of insecurity across the country as an indication that the Police hierarchy had run out of ideas.
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Omoyele Sowore has slammed the ongoing effort by ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar and others to form a new coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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Omoyele Sowore claimed that President Tinubu's trip to France was for medical attention.
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