Activist Omoyele Sowore recently took to his X handle to condemn the detention conditions faced by a group of young people who were recently arraigned on charges of treason.

He criticized what he called the “ignoble” regime of President Bola Tinubu, also known as @officialABAT, for their treatment of the minors.

According to Sowore, the minors remain in detention at the Abattoir detention centre in Apo, Abuja, struggling to meet what he described as “inhuman” bail conditions set by Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court in Abuja.

The detention of minors on treason charges has been a contentious issue, raising concerns about the treatment of young citizens within Nigeria’s justice system.

Sowore noted that Lateef Fagbemi, the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), has not yet addressed the case files of these detainees, leading to further delays in the legal process.

Fagbemi reportedly claimed he didn’t sign off on the charges; however, Sowore asserted that the AGF had several discussions with the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to determine the charges.

He questioned the validity of Fagbemi’s claims, suggesting that the AGF’s office must have had direct involvement, as the police cannot independently charge citizens with treason without input from the Attorney General.

This perceived lack of transparency has fueled public outcry.

Justice Obiora Egwuatu, who set the bail terms, is now under scrutiny as well, with many calling his conditions excessive and difficult for the young detainees to meet.

Egwuatu has presided over a range of high-profile cases, including issues involving human rights and political charges, but the public’s response indicates discontent with the terms applied in this particular case.

Sowore’s criticism extended to the federal government, with calls for Tinubu’s administration to be held accountable for what he described as “wicked” actions.

Sowore has long been vocal against Tinubu’s administration, often using platforms such as X to rally support for the #TinubuMustGo and #RevolutionNow movements.

The lack of a timely legal response from the AGF’s office only adds to the perception that the justice system is being manipulated for political reasons, according to Sowore and his supporters.

The situation has not only birthed frustration but has also intensified discussions around judicial independence and accountability in Nigeria.