Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has fired back at Senator Ned Nwoko after the lawmaker described him as "jobless" for defending a young man who accused actress Regina Daniels of infidelity.
The controversy began when a young man identified as Gabriel Timothy, popularly known as Tumma, alleged that Regina Daniels who is married to Ned Nwoko l was involved with a lover in Abuja. Following the allegations, Tumma was reportedly invited and detained by the police, allegedly based on a petition filed by Nwoko.
Sowore, who condemned the detention, described it as an abuse of power and a violation of fundamental human rights. He took to social media to denounce what he called an attempt by the senator to intimidate ordinary citizens using state security apparatus.
Sowore Responds to Ned Nwoko’s Remarks
Responding to Nwoko’s comment that he (Sowore) is “jobless” for defending Tumma, the activist wrote:
“I read on Legit.ng that you stated Gabriel Timothy, also known as Tumma, will be imprisoned for 10 years without trial. You also allegedly claimed that I am jobless for advocating for Tumma’s rights.
I want to remind you that, just as we secured the release of Jaruma and several other youths you had unlawfully detained at the FCID in Abuja in 2021, Tumma will also walk free. We will not tolerate injustice.”
Sowore also accused the senator of using wealth and political influence to suppress dissent and silence critics.
“I am proud to be working to restore human dignity a role that does not involve embezzling funds, engaging in shady politics, or stealing land from poor communities,” he added.
Allegations of Political Retaliation and Prior Arrest
In his response, Sowore further revealed that Nwoko had in the past extended multiple invitations to meet him privately in Abuja—offers which he declined. He alleged that these invitations were linked to Sahara Reporters’ exposés on Ned Nwoko’s foundation and its unverified claims of malaria eradication across Africa.
“My only question to Eric Osagie, who extended your invitation, was whether you had eradicated mosquitoes around your own Abuja residence,” Sowore said mockingly.
He also referenced his arrest shortly after rejecting the invitation, claiming it was orchestrated through the intervention of former FCT Commissioner of Police, Babaji Sunday, who had allegedly met with Nwoko prior to the arrest. Sowore disclosed that the legal case stemming from the incident has dragged on since 2022 without progressing to arraignment.
“A Generation Must Rise to End Oppression” – Sowore
Ending his statement with a rallying call, Sowore reiterated his commitment to fighting injustice and oppression, declaring:
“A generation that must eradicate oppression must emerge to stop you and your types. #FreeTummaNow #RevolutionNow.”
As of the time of this report, neither Ned Nwoko nor the Nigerian Police Force has issued a formal statement addressing Sowore’s claims or clarifying the legal basis for Tumma’s detention.
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