RULAAC condemns arrest of Sowore,  accuse Tinubu administration’s plan to instill fear among the populace

Stanley Ihedigbo

Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Center (RULAAC), has strongly condemned the arrest of  Omoyele Sowore at Lagos International Airport upon his return from the United States of American.

According to the Executive Director, RULAAC, Com. Okechukwu Nwanguma, it is deeply condemnable and illustrates the His Excellency, Ahmed Bola Tinubu administration’s broader intent to silence dissent, stifle civic engagement, and instill fear among the populace.

“Sowore’s detention is part of a troubling trend where innocent, patriotic Nigerians are arrested not for any crimes, but for exercising their constitutional rights to dissent and advocate for accountable governance.

“Instead of quelling activism, these actions are likely to incite greater resistance and potentially destabilize the political landscape, counteracting the democratic progress that has been achieved through significant struggle.

“We call on President Tinubu to immediately release Sowore and all others detained for their peaceful advocacy.

“The administration must halt its oppressive tactics against activists and focus on the pressing issues of economic hardship, corruption, and security challenges facing the nation,” he emphasized.