The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has condemned the remand of activist Omoyele Sowore at the Kuje Correctional Centre, describing it as a “dangerous regression for our democracy” and warning against the growing use of state institutions to stifle dissent in Nigeria.
Human rights activist and publisher, Omoyele SoworeObi’s reaction follows a Federal High Court ruling in Abuja on Monday, where Justice Mohammed Umar ordered Sowore’s remand pending the determination of his application seeking a stay of execution of an earlier order revoking his bail.
The court also dismissed an application seeking the judge’s recusal over alleged bias.
Reacting in a statement shared on Tuesday, Obi said the development reflects a worrying trend that could undermine civic freedom if not checked.
“Sowore being sent to prison: A dangerous regression for democracy. I have received, with deep concern, the news of the court’s remand of citizen
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