Human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore sparked drama at the entrance of an Abuja court on Monday after directing a sharp remark at former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai during proceedings related to El-Rufai’s bail application.
Speaking in a viral interview from 0:12 aired on Sahara TV on May 18, 2026, Sowore confronted El-Rufai as security operatives escorted the former governor into the court premises. The activist openly mocked the embattled politician, saying, “You are the one in prison, Sir, Enjoy it.”
The exchange occurred amid heightened political tension surrounding El-Rufai’s ongoing legal troubles, which have drawn significant public attention across Nigeria. Videos circulating online showed a tense atmosphere outside the courthouse as supporters, journalists and security personnel struggled to maintain order while several political figures arrived for the proceedings.
Sowore, known for his outspoken criticism of political elites and government institutions, appeared visibly confrontational as he addressed El-Rufai near the court entrance. His comments quickly generated reactions on social media, with supporters and critics debating the appropriateness of the statement and the broader political implications of the case….Read_More…