Buhari on sowore news
You're referring to the recent news about Omoyele Sowore, a Nigerian journalist and activist who was arrested and detained by the Nigerian government.
President Muhammadu Buhari has been criticized for his government's handling of the situation, with many accusing him of using the country's security agencies to silence Sowore and other critics.
Here are some key points about the situation:
- Omoyele Sowore was arrested on August 3, 2019, by the Department of State Services (DSS) on charges of treason, cyberstalking, and money laundering.
- Sowore was the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) in the 2019 Nigerian presidential election, and his arrest has been seen as a crackdown on opposition voices in the country.
- The DSS claimed that Sowore was planning to overthrow the government, but many have questioned the validity of these allegations.
- Sowore has been denied bail multiple times, and his lawyers have accused the government of using the courts to harass and intimidate him.
- The international community, including human rights organizations and foreign governments, have condemned Sowore's arrest and detention.
- President Buhari has been accused of using the country's security agencies to silence critics and opposition voices, and many have called for his government to respect human rights and the rule of law.
Here are some quotes from President Buhari and other government officials on the situation:
- "I don't know what Sowore is looking for. He is a troublemaker. He is a troublemaker and he will be treated as such." - President Muhammadu Buhari (Source: BBC News)
- "The DSS has the right to arrest anyone who is planning to overthrow the government. Sowore is a threat to national security and he will be treated accordingly." - Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed (Source: Premium Times)
- "The government is not afraid of Sowore or any other critic. We will continue to protect the country and its people from threats, real or perceived." - President Muhammadu Buhari (Source: Vanguard News)
It's worth noting that the situation is still unfolding, and more information may come to light as the case continues to develop.