The Department of State Services (DSS) has taken into custody Omoyele Sowore, the convener of the #RevolutionNow Movement, upon his arrival at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. The prominent political activist was apprehended on Sunday, moments after his flight landed.
Sowore, who had been residing with his family in the United States, was met by members of the Take It Back Movement, along with other activists and supporters, who had gathered at the airport to welcome him. Despite the warm reception planned for him, his return was swiftly interrupted by DSS operatives.
Sowore’s flight had departed from Washington Dulles International Airport at 6:14 a.m. EDT and touched down in Lagos at approximately 9:43 a.m. WAT. The specific reason for his arrest remains unclear at this time, but it follows a pattern of tensions between the government and the activist, who has been vocal in his criticisms of the administration.
This is not the first time Sowore has faced such confrontations. He was previously arrested in 2019 for organizing the #RevolutionNow protests, which aimed to challenge the governance and policies of the Nigerian government. His subsequent detainment and legal battles have garnered international attention and drawn concerns about press freedom and human rights in Nigeria.
Further details about his latest arrest are expected to emerge, as supporters and political commentators await clarification from authorities.
