AAC Rejects Sowore Detention, Raises Democracy Concerns
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The Oyo State chapter of the African Action Congress has criticised the remand of activist and presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore at Kuje Correctional Centre.
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The party described the development as a setback for free speech and democratic values.
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State AAC Chairman, Kayode Babayomi, reacted on Tuesday following Sowore’s remand over allegations linked to cyberbullying.
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The case has continued to attract reactions from opposition figures and rights groups across the country.
Babayomi argued that freedom of expression remains a core part of democracy and warned against actions that could discourage citizens from speaking openly.
He also expressed concern over what he described as growing pressure on dissenting voices.
The AAC leader called for Sowore’s immediate release and urged authorities to handle the matter fairly.
He maintained that democratic institutions must protect citizens’ rights and uphold justice.
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