Nigerian activist and #RevolutionNow convener, Omoyele Sowore, has been released after being briefly detained by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) upon his arrival at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos.

His detention was reportedly linked to a watchlist issued by the Department of State Services (DSS).

The incident occurred on Sunday when Sowore arrived in Nigeria from the United States, where he had been staying with his family.

Upon landing at around 9:43 WAT, Immigration officials seized his passport and contacted the DSS for further instructions. After a period of uncertainty, Sowore was released, and his documents were returned.

Sowore confirmed his release, saying, “I have just been released. My passport and everything have been returned to me.”

Supporters from the Take It Back Movement and other activists had gathered at the airport in anticipation of both his arrival and his release, showing solidarity with the activist.

This incident highlights ongoing tensions between Sowore and Nigerian authorities, stemming from his activism and the #RevolutionNow movement, which continues to challenge the political establishment.

In a distressing incident, the Commissioner for Youths Development in Anambra State, Agha MBA, and his wife were kidnapped by gunmen.

The abduction occurred while they were traveling to Abuja for the wedding of Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s daughter.

Reports from The Nation indicate that the incident took place on Friday, August 16. Tragically, one of the commissioner’s aides from Onitsha was killed during the attack.

As of now, the details surrounding the kidnapping remain unclear. Authorities are working to gather more information and ensure the safe return of the commissioner and his wife.

The incident underscores the ongoing security challenges in the region and the urgent need for measures to protect public officials and citizens alike.

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In Kano, a violent confrontation between security forces and protesters has resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries.

The most affected areas include Rijiyar Lemo, Kurna, Bachirawa, Kofar Nassarawa, and Unguwa Uku.

Witnesses report that the clash began when a group of youths defied the state’s curfew and took to the streets to continue a nationwide protest, which has recently seen increased violence in the region. Abdulkadir Musa, a local resident, revealed that at least eight individuals, including women and children, were shot in Rijiyar Lemo. An elderly woman and three others have been confirmed dead, with many more injured.

The unrest intensified when protesters, allegedly using the hunger protests as a cover, attempted to loot various businesses, including a yogurt shop. Security forces intervened, leading to further violence. Reports indicate that a Divisional Police Officer was injured during the clash, though this has not been independently verified.

Victims of the shooting are currently being treated at Salamatu Hospital. Social media has seen an outpouring of grief, with posts mourning the deaths and criticizing the police response. Aiha K Nass shared a post about the death of her brother, while Omar Khalid Saleh criticized the police’s handling of the protests, accusing them of exacerbating the situation.

Security forces have set up checkpoints and deployed mobile police units to manage the situation, especially around Kurna Asabe near Bukavu Army Barracks. Attempts to contact police spokesperson Abudullahi Haruna Kiyawa for comment have been unsuccessful.