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By Our Correspondent
Human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has accused the Nigerian government of subjecting him and his family to years of persecution, claiming that his younger brother was killed and his international passport was seized as part of efforts to silence him.
Sowore made the allegations while speaking about his experiences as one of the country’s most outspoken critics of government policies and public officials. According to him, the challenges he has faced are directly linked to his activism and his continued calls for transparency, accountability, and justice.
He claimed that his family has paid a heavy price over the years, alleging that his younger brother lost his life under circumstances he believes were connected to the pressure surrounding his political and civil rights activities. Sowore also alleged that authorities confiscated his passport, making it difficult for him to travel freely.
The activist said he has been arrested on multiple occasions, detained, and taken to court because of his involvement in protests and campaigns demanding reforms in Nigeria. He argued that these actions were intended to discourage him from continuing his activism.
Despite these experiences, Sowore said he has no intention of backing down. He maintained that his commitment to speaking against corruption, abuse of power, and injustice remains unchanged, adding that he would continue to advocate for the rights of Nigerians.
Over the years, Sowore has remained a prominent figure in Nigeria’s civil rights movement. Through protests, public campaigns, and political participation, he has continued to challenge government decisions and call for institutional reforms.
His latest remarks have generated discussions on social media, with supporters expressing sympathy and backing his position, while others have called for an independent investigation into the claims he made.
The allegations also come amid ongoing conversations about human rights, freedom of expression, and the treatment of political activists in Nigeria. Civil society groups have repeatedly called for the protection of citizens’ constitutional rights, including the right to peaceful protest and freedom of speech.
At the time of this report, the Federal Government had not publicly responded to Sowore’s specific allegations regarding the death of his brother, the seizure of his passport, or his claims of persecution.
As the conversation continues, many Nigerians are expected to closely watch for any official reaction or further developments surrounding the allegations made by the activist.
