Wike Warns Sowore Over Tinubu Tweet; DSS Files Charges

Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike responded to Omoyele Sowore's tweet calling Bola Tinubu a criminal, stating that Sowore is lucky Tinubu believes in the rule of law. Sowore faced a criminal charge from the Department of State Services for defamation over the tweet.

Wike criticized the attempt to silence dissent on social media, citing freedom of speech. The DSS requested the tweet's removal for national security reasons, which Sowore refused.

Wike highlighted the difference in consequences between Nigeria and the U.S. for criticizing leaders on social media. The incident underscores the ongoing tensions between political figures in Nigeria regarding freedom of expression and accountability.