Sowore Suffers Another Setback in Cyberbullying Trial

In a setback for the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, the Federal High Court in Abuja has rejected his application to subpoena a lawyer from the Department of State Services (DSS) in his ongoing cyberbullying trial. According to THISDAYLIVE, Sowore’s legal team sought to compel the DSS lawyer to appear in court to testify about alleged harassment and cyberbullying. However, the court ruled that the application lacked merit and was accordingly dismissed. This latest development comes as Sowore continues to face multiple legal challenges, including charges related to his role in the #RevolutionNow protests and alleged money laundering. The cyberbullying case, which involves allegations of defamatory online posts, has been ongoing since 2020. The court’s decision to reject Sowore’s bid to subpoena the DSS lawyer is significant as it may limit his ability to present a strong defense in the trial. The case highlights the ongoing tensions between Sowore and the government, and raises concerns about the freedom of speech and the rule of law in Nigeria.