Demonstrators have converged at the Nigerian Police Force Headquarters in Abuja, demanding the immediate release of activist Omoyele Sowore.
Clad predominantly in black, the protesters carried Nigerian flags and sang protest songs, condemning the government and urging authorities to free Sowore. They denied allegations of road blockage and accused an Assistant Commissioner of Police of harassment.
“We are lawfully exercising our constitutional rights,” a protester stated. “No roads were blocked, yet an ACP arrived with a police dog to intimidate us. Our protest is peaceful and within legal bounds.”
Sowore had reported to the police on Wednesday in response to an invitation from the Inspector-General of Police Monitoring Unit over allegations of “forgery and incitement.” However, by Thursday, he remained in detention, drawing nationwide outrage.
Reports also emerged that police officers allegedly fractured Sowore’s hand while forcefully transporting him from custody to court, sparking further condemnation.
Authorities have yet to issue an official statement on the incident.
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