Federal High Court for Ikoyi, Lagos, don award N30 million damages to former presidential candidate and activist, Omoyele Sowore, against the Nigeria Police Force over unlawful declaration of am as “wanted” in October 2025.
Delivering judgment on Friday, Justice Musa Kaakaki rule say the action carried out by Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Moshood Jimoh, na illegal and clear violation of Sowore fundamental human rights.
Sowore react shortly after court session, describe the ruling as strong blow against what he call persistent police impunity and abuse of power.
According to am, the judgment send strong message say abuse of office get consequences. He also accuse Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, of allegedly seeking court orders to justify police actions.
The controversial “wanted” declaration in October 2025 spark outrage among civil society organisations and human rights groups, wey describe am as politically motivated and misuse of police power against government critic.
Earlier, on November 14, 2025, the court reportedly warn CP Moshood after reports say he still dey publicly boast say Sowore “remains wanted,” despite existing court order restraining such action.
The suit, filed under Fundamental Rights Enforcement Procedure Rules, require the police to submit defence within five days. The police later file their response before the matter proceed to full hearing.
Friday judgment now mark significant legal victory for Sowore in his long-running confrontations with security agencies.
The activist also commend his lawyer, Barrister Tope Temokun, for diligent and courageous representation throughout the case.
