Weeks after dropping treasonable charges, the Federal Government of Nigeria, Omoyele Sowore departs for the United States to reunite with his family after enduring almost five years of what he describes as “unlawful, unjust, and inhumane detention” in Nigeria.
The leader of the #RevolutionNow movement, Sowore announced his departure via an X post released on Friday, March 8, 2024.
He assures that his return to the US is temporary, and plans to come back to Nigeria to continue his struggle for the total liberation of the people, and face the legal challenges that await him.
Sowore’s post reads:
“Later today I will be returning to the US after almost five years of my unlawful, unjust and inhumane detention by the corrupt Nigerian political system since August 2019.
“I was arrested, assaulted, tortured and detained for demanding that Nigerians deserved a nation that they can truly call their own. I was charged with treason – and after 5 years the APC government was forced to withdraw its trumped-up charges against me.
“If the government thought that keeping me detained, and later restricting my movement would break my spirit, and cause me to renounce my commitment to fighting for the downtrodden Nigerian people, they are mistaken.
“In the last five years, I have been denied the ability to visit my family, missing out on precious moments with my darling wife and wonderful children.
“I lost my brother to gunmen on Nigeria’s roads, My mother’s health deteriorated, due to the emotional toll of the government’s unrelenting assault on my person. My associates have faced arrest, and some imprisonment.
“I stand today to declare that I am unbowed.
“My commitment to Nigeria is unshakable. My resolve to continue to fight for the betterment of the Nigerian nation and to demand accountability from her leaders will never be compromised.”
Sowore also maintains that the need for radical restructuring and a revolutionary approach to governance, voiced five years ago, is more relevant now than ever in light of the current state of Nigeria.
“Everything we said five years ago about the need for a radical restructuring of the Nigerian nation and the need for a revolution in our approach to politics and governance has come to pass.
“Corruption remains high and Nigerians are worse off today than they were five years ago. Inflation is making it difficult for people to put food on the table. Nigeria’s currency has been devalued by almost 100%.
“I am under no illusions about what the future holds. I committed myself to the mission of helping to create a Nigeria that fulfills its promise and realizes its potential, over 30 years ago.
“I have suffered greatly for that commitment. My family, colleagues, and associates who have stood by me throughout this journey have endured great pain and privations as well,” Sowore stated.
While acknowledging the uncertainties ahead, Omoyele Sowore declares his unwavering commitment to the mission he embarked on over 30 years ago. He expresses gratitude to his family, legal counsel, including Femi Falana SAN, colleagues, and fellow revolutionaries who supported him throughout the tumultuous journey.
Sowore concludes his statement affirming his belief in the eventual freedom of Nigeria from corruption and the establishment of a just and egalitarian society.
*The Struggle Continues: Sowore Departs for USA after Five Years*
Later today I will be returning to the US after almost five years of my unlawful, unjust and inhuman detention by the corrupt Nigerian political system since August 2019.
I was arrested, assaulted, tortured and… pic.twitter.com/d2XwDOwpKm
— Omoyele Sowore (@YeleSowore) March 8, 2024
