Alleged Cyberbullying: Court Rules Omoyele Sowore has Case to Answer in Tinubu-Linked DSS Trial
Last update: May 8, 2026
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A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed the no-case submission filed by activist and former Nigerian presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore in his alleged cyberbullying trial involving President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, ruling that the prosecution has established a prima facie case against him.
CBI News notes that Justice Mohammed Garba Umar of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Thursday held that Sowore has questions to answer regarding allegations brought against him by the Department of State Services (DSS).
The court ruled that evidence presented by the prosecution was sufficient to require Sowore to enter his defence in the case bordering on alleged cyberbullying of President Tinubu.
According to the judge, the prosecution successfully established a prima facie case, particularly concerning claims that Sowore used his social media platform to make the controversial posts referenced in the charges.
Justice Umar noted that witnesses called by the prosecution testified that the activist made the posts through his verified social media handle, thereby warranting further explanation from the defendant.
Following the ruling, Sowore, through his legal counsel, requested permission to personally address the court — a request that was granted.
Addressing the judge directly, Sowore expressed concerns about the fairness of the proceedings, stating that he lacked confidence in getting justice from the court.
The activist alleged that the court had previously humiliated his lawyer by allegedly asking him to kneel and claimed he had been subjected to different forms of harassment throughout the trial process.
Sowore subsequently called on Justice Umar to recuse himself from the case, citing fears of possible bias and unfair treatment.
The case has continued to attract widespread public attention, especially among civil rights groups and political observers monitoring issues surrounding freedom of expression, cybercrime laws, and the relationship between the Nigerian government and outspoken critics.
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