Ezekwesili Accuses Tinubu of Suppressing Civic Freedom in Nigeria, Calls for Activists' Release
Former Minister Obiageli Ezekwesili criticizes President Bola Tinubu's government for stifling civic freedom and violating citizen rights in Nigeria. She calls for the release of activist Omoyele Sowore and his colleagues, demanding an apology from Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for the harassment of activists like Yemi Adamolekun and Nafzig.
Ezekwesili warns of a troubling trend of intolerance and repression of dissent, highlighting recent incidents of police crackdowns on protests and activist detentions. She emphasizes the importance of defending democratic rights and voices against the shrinking civic space under Tinubu's administration.
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