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Sowore Condemns Sham Trial of End Bad Governance In Nigeria Activists
In a pointed critique of Nigeria’s legal system, Omoyele Sowore has denounced the ongoing trial of #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria activists as a “sham.”
Sowore, a prominent activist and former presidential candidate, has expressed deep frustration with what he describes as a deliberate and systemic attempt to undermine the activists’ fight against corruption and poor governance in Nigeria.
According to Sowore, the Federal Government, through the Attorney General of the Federation, has filed what he deems to be unfounded treason charges against the activists.
He claims that these charges are baseless, lacking any tangible evidence. Despite the gravity of these accusations, Sowore contends that the legal process has been marred by procedural delays and obstructions.
The trial, as described by Sowore, has been characterized by extensive adjournments and a lack of progress. The Federal judge assigned to the case has been accused of hearing the charges—often lengthy and repetitive—without taking decisive action.
When the activists’ lawyers sought bail, Sowore alleges that the judge postponed the matter, claiming an inability to process bail applications verbally. This has resulted in the activists being transported to a nearby prison, further complicating their situation.
Adding to the frustrations, Sowore points out that the case has faced numerous delays due to the judge’s vacations or transfers. When the case is eventually handed over to a new Federal judge, it often starts over from scratch—a process known as “de novo.”
This repeated cycle of delays and restarts, according to Sowore, can result in the case dragging on for years without substantial progress, effectively denying the activists their right to a fair and timely trial.
Sowore’s comments underscore a broader critique of Nigeria’s judicial system, which he argues is being used as a tool to suppress dissent and stifle calls for reform.
The repeated delays and procedural hurdles, he asserts, are symptomatic of a legal system that is failing to deliver justice and instead perpetuating a cycle of injustice.
The trial’s stagnation and the systemic issues highlighted by Sowore reflect ongoing concerns about Nigeria’s governance and legal processes.
As the case continues—or remains stalled—activists and observers alike are calling for urgent reforms to address these issues and ensure that justice is served.
Sowore’s statements resonate with a growing sentiment among those advocating for transparency and accountability within Nigeria’s political and judicial systems.
The struggle for fair treatment and justice continues as the nation grapples with these pressing issues.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid tribute to late Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs, recalling his contributions to the creative industry and his impact on Nigeria’s cultural identity.
In his tribute, Tinubu described Jacobs as a giant of the Nigerian creative industry and said “He was a giant of the Nigerian creative industry. His passing is a great loss to Nigeria, the African film industry and the global community of lovers of the performing arts. His remarkable body of work will continue to speak to generations yet unborn.
“The nation recognises the enormous contributions of Nigeria’s creative practitioners to the country’s cultural identity, global image and economic development. Olu Jacobs played a big role in creating this identity.”
Human rights lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to declare a state of emergency over the proliferation of counterfeit and substandard drugs and consumer products in Nigeria.
Adeyanju also called for the removal of the Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, as well as the heads of other regulatory agencies, including the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON).
“Nigerians are being exposed to dangerous products daily, from fake and substandard medicines to unsafe consumer goods, with reports of drugs being sold wholesale in the open under the hot sun. No responsible government should expose its citizens to such risks and expect mortality rates not to rise.”
Adeyanju also called out NAFDAC over what he described as failures in regulating the circulation of counterfeit and substandard products in the country.
It can be noted that various counterfeit products continue to circulate in Nigerian markets, while NAFDAC has also reported seizures and destruction of counterfeit, expired and substandard products.
Lagosians have lamented heavy traffic caused by ongoing construction work at Kara Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
The Federal Government announced that repairs on the damaged expansion joints at Kara Bridge would begin on September 8, 2026. The project, initially scheduled to begin in August, was delayed to allow further traffic management planning due to concerns over its impact on motorists.
Since work began, traffic around the Kara area has become heavy, with Lagosians sharing updates on social media about spending two hours or more on the road.
Some commuters say the delays have made their 9-to-5 routines difficult, with several hours spent travelling to and from work.
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