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Sowore Slams Harsh Bail for #EndBadGovernance Minors

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Nigerian activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has issued a scathing critique of the country’s justice system following the detention of 76 minors for allegedly participating in the #EndBadGovernance protests.

Comparing the current Nigerian justice system to that of apartheid-era South Africa, Sowore condemned the bail conditions set by Justice Egwuatu of the Federal High Court in Abuja as impossibly high and inhumane.

Justice Egwuatu’s bail terms require each minor to pay a 10-million-naira bond and secure two sureties.

One of these sureties must be a civil servant of at least grade level 15 with a verifiable Abuja address, while the other must be a parent of the child.

Sowore criticized these conditions as unreasonable and argued they effectively guarantee that the minors will remain in detention.

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“There is no way they could individually meet these inhuman bail conditions,” Sowore declared, adding that the government’s actions amount to an unjust punishment of minors for exercising their right to protest.

The case has brought Nigeria’s justice system under intense public scrutiny, with many arguing that these bail conditions disproportionately impact vulnerable citizens.

Observers say the minors’ families, like many Nigerians, are already struggling with high inflation, unemployment, and other economic pressures.

For them, finding 10 million naira for bail—let alone securing a senior-level civil servant as surety—is nearly impossible.

Critics have pointed out that these requirements, intended to ensure accountability, are more likely to perpetuate inequality by penalizing those who cannot afford them.

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The #EndBadGovernance protests that led to the arrests reflect a growing sense of frustration among Nigerians, particularly youth, over the country’s mounting economic challenges and persistent security issues.

Participants in the protests demanded accountability, better governance, and a system that protects the rights and welfare of citizens, including access to basic services, jobs, and security.

By arresting these young protesters, many argue that the government is attempting to stifle this movement, rather than addressing the root causes driving public discontent.

Rights organizations and activists, including Sowore, are calling for the immediate review of the charges and a reassessment of the bail terms.

Many argue that these minors should not be facing a court system intended for hardened criminals, especially when their actions stem from a desire for a better Nigeria.

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The harsh bail terms have been described as an affront to the rights and protections guaranteed to minors under Nigeria’s Child’s Rights Act of 2003.

Section 11 of the Act specifically safeguards children against any form of mental, physical, or emotional harm, neglect, or abuse.

Yet, in this case, activists argue, the judicial system itself appears to be the source of that harm


 

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Former Lawmaker, Shehu Sani Shows Support For The Tax Reform Bill

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Former Federal Lawmaker, Shehu Sani expresses his support for the controversial Tax Reform Bill. The Northern Governors have chosen to be against the Tax reform Bill sent by President Bola Tinubu’s government. With this much opposition, the National Economic Council advised the President to withdraw the bill.

After President Tinubu stating the bill will go through on the media, Shehu Sani reacted and stated the bill will be beneficial to the country and fair to all parts. “People should keep aside sentiments and read the Bill carefully.


 

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Adin Ross Wins $1.6 Million Dollars For Betting On Trump’s Win

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American Social Media Influencer, Adin Ross wins over $1.6 Million after his bet in Donald Trump winning the US Presidential Election.

The influencer reveals her dropped $1 million bet on Donald Trump before the Election Day. With Trump winning the election, the influencer has won 1.6 million dollars.

The influencer also once hosted Donald trump at one of his live sessions, the influencer also showed support for Donald Trump.


 

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Barack Obama Explains Why His Daughter Dropped the Family Name

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Barack Obama reveals the reason on why his daughter, Malia, has dropped the family name from her filmmaking career. His daughter, Malia, is now 26 and has started making a name for herself in the entertainment industry and is working on her debut film “The Heart”.

Obama explains that Malia has made this decision in order not to be judged by her name to avoid criticism that she made it through her father’s connections. She wants to make a name for herself and wants to be judged by her own efforts and not her father’s name. Obama also spoke on how he has raised his daughter away from the public eye for the sake of a normal upbringing.


 

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