Human rights activist and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has alleged that he and members of his family have suffered years of persecution by successive Nigerian governments, including the current administration.
Sowore made the allegations in a statement shared on his official page on Monday, July 13, 2026.
The activist claimed that the alleged harassment included his expulsion from the University of Lagos, seizure of his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificate, and repeated confiscation of his international passport.
According to him, authorities also used court orders and security agencies to restrict his movements, lead
ing to prolonged separation from his family.
“They targeted my education, resulting in my expulsion from the University of Lagos twice. They seized my NYSC certificate, hoping I would never secure employment after graduation,” Sowore alleged.
He further claimed that his travel documents were repeatedly confiscated, particularly his international passport, which he said prevented him from travelling and maintaining close contact with his family.
Sowore also alleged that he had been imprisoned, prosecuted, assaulted and harassed over the years, adding that members of his family and associates had equally suffered from what he described as government actions against him.
“They have imprisoned me, prosecuted me, assaulted me, shot at me, harassed those around me, murdered my brother, and tried to break my resolve,” he stated.
The activist maintained that the alleged persecution had not weakened his commitment to his cause, insisting that such actions would not stop him from pursuing his convictions.
“But they have failed. Persecution cannot defeat conviction, and these acts will not delay their day of judgment,” Sowore said.
Samuel Agada is a writer and media contributor from Olamaboro Local Government Area of Kogi State, Nigeria. He is a graduate of Biochemistry from the University of Jos and a former banker with GTBank and FCMB. A prolific writer, songwriter, educator, and Gospel preacher, he is passionate about informing, inspiring, and impacting society through his work.