Court revokes Sowore’s bail, orders his arrest (opens original article in a new tab)

A Nigerian court revoked the bail of Sahara Reporters publisher Omoyele Sowore and ordered his arrest after he missed a trial session. The prosecution alleged he made false claims against the president.

• Court revoked Omoyele Sowore's bail due to his absence from cyberbullying trial
• Judge issued bench warrant for Sowore's arrest after prosecutor's application
• SSS prosecutes Sowore for alleged false claims against President Bola Tinubu