Nigerian presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has alleged that he was attacked and kidnapped by unknown persons on October 30, 2026. He claims that the attackers were sponsored by the Ekiti State government and aided by security agencies. Sowore made these allegations on social media and various media platforms. His supporters were also injured during the incident. The attack allegedly occurred at Tawakalitu Restaurant in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State.
The Nigerian Police Force has released a statement clarifying the circumstances surrounding the incident. According to the Police, the issue began with an altercation in the restaurant. Sowore and his injured supporters were evacuated to the police hospital in Ado-Ekiti for treatment. The police also confirmed that they arrested some suspects who are assisting with the investigation. The Police dispelled rumors of Sowore's alleged abduction.
Despite the police statement, Sowore continues to claim that his attackers were sponsored by the Ekiti State government. He has also been trying to obtain CCTV footage of the incident from Tawakalitu Restaurant. The restaurant owner, Ms. Miriam Bakare Anike, has reportedly told Sowore that the CCTV camera was faulty before the incident and was being repaired. Sowore has been pressuring Anike to release the footage.
A source close to Sowore revealed that the politician is using blackmail to try to obtain the CCTV footage and other evidence from the restaurant and security agencies. Sowore has threatened to "destroy" the restaurant business if Anike fails to release the footage. This approach is unusual in security investigations. The source stated that Sowore has been making several attempts to coerce Anike into releasing the footage.
The incident at Tawakalitu Restaurant has sparked controversy, with Sowore making various allegations about the involvement of the Ekiti State government and security agencies. The police are still investigating the incident and have arrested some suspects. Sowore's actions have raised concerns about his behavior and the impact on the investigation.
Sowore's allegations have not been substantiated, and the police have provided a different account of the incident. The investigation is ongoing, and it is unclear what evidence will be uncovered. The incident has highlighted the tensions between Sowore and the Ekiti State government.
The controversy surrounding the incident continues, with Sowore maintaining his allegations and the police releasing a statement to clarify the circumstances. The restaurant owner has stood firm, stating that the CCTV camera was faulty before the incident. The investigation will likely continue to uncover more information about the incident.
Key points
- Omoyele Sowore alleges that the Ekiti State government sponsored the attack on him.
- The Nigerian Police Force has released a statement clarifying the circumstances surrounding the incident.
- Sowore has been using blackmail to try to obtain CCTV footage of the incident from the restaurant owner.
