Women, youths protest prolonged detention of Gov Eno’s critic (opens original article in a new tab)

Women and youths in Akwa Ibom State protested for the release of Godsown Udoito, detained for social media comments about Governor Umo Eno, citing her apology and the governor's previous statements.

• Women and youths from Ekid ethnic group protested in Eket, Akwa Ibom State for the release of Godsown Udoito, detained for over five months over social media comments about Governor Umo Eno and his family.
• Protesters demanded her release, citing her apology and the governor's previous remarks suggesting an apology could resolve the issue, while the governor stated he pursued legal action in his personal capacity.
• The protest followed reports of Udoito's father's death during her detention and concerns over the disputed Stubbs Creek forest reserve ownership between Ekid and Ibeno people.