A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed Omoyele Sowore’s request for a lengthy adjournment in his cyberbullying trial, ordering him to resume his defence on July 16.
Judge Orders Sowore To Continue Defence July 16
A Federal High Court in Abuja has thrown out an application by activist Omoyele Sowore seeking to delay his cyberbullying trial, insisting proceedings continue this week, The Guardian reports. Justice Mohammed Umar rejected the request after Sowore’s counsel cited the lead lawyer’s absence abroad and sought postponement until after the court’s annual vacation.
The DSS opposed the move, noting the case had already suffered multiple delays and reminding the court of its earlier directive for accelerated hearing under the ACJA. Justice Umar agreed, fixing July 16 for continuation.
Earlier, defence witness Deji Adeyanju told the court that President Tinubu had publicly said Nigerians could criticise or insult him. Under cross-examination, however, Adeyanju admitted the President never suggested lawbreakers should escape consequences. Sowore has pleaded not guilty to the charges.
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