Sowore asks judge to recuse himself from his trial, alleged bias
In reaction to the ruling of the court on his no case submission, Omoyele Sowore, through his counsel sought the permission of the judge to address him, which was granted…
Courtrooms shouldn’t be used for media briefings, NBA caution Sowore, others
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has warned that the courtrooms should not be used as a stage for media briefings. NBA President, Afam Osigwe (SAN) issued the warning on Wednesday…
Sowore replies NBA, debunks staging press conference in court
Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has replied the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), denying an allegation that he staged a press conference in the court. NBA President,…
Judicial officers cannot order lawyers to face wall and kneel, says NBA
Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has stated that no judicial officer has the authority to order a lawyer or litigant to kneel or face the wall in court. The NBA made…
NPF accused Sowore of falsehoods as activist awaits court order
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has defended its actions against Nigerian activist Omoyele Sowore, accusing him of repeatedly spreading falsehoods and defamatory content” The statement followed an interim injunction granted…
Court awards ₦30 million compensation to Sowore over unlawful ‘Wanted’ declaration by NPF
The Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has awarded ₦30 million in damages to former presidential candidate and human rights activist Omoyele Sowore following an unlawful declaration by the Nigeria…
Sowore’s evidence alleging Tinubu called Jonathan ‘drunkard’ rejected
The Federal High Court in Abuja has rejected a document tendered by activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, which alleged that President Bola…
DSS alleged defamation case against Sowore
The Department of State Services (DSS), on Tuesday, told the Federal High Court in Abuja that Omoyele Sowore was dragged to court because of the security implications of the post…
FHC adjourns Sowore’s N1.2b suit against IGP, AGF, others to March 10
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has adjourned the N1.2 billion fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by human rights activist Omoyele Sowore against the Inspector General of Police (IGP),…