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TAKE IT BACK MOVEMENT CONDEMNS THE ATTEMPT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE SECURITY SERVICES TO TRY SOWORE IN THE PRESS AFTER FAILING TO FIND EVIDENCE OF ANY WRONGDOING
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The Take it Back Movement is calling the attention of all well-meaning Nigerians at home and in diaspora, the judiciary, and all international observers to the laughable but appalling attempt by the Department of State Security Services to initiate a smear campaign on Omoyele Sowore, after all their “investigations” have yielded no reason to hold him.
It was already abundantly clear that Sowore had done no wrong to all that were paying attention, when, after the brutish manner of arrest-first-invent-a-charge-later that has become synonymous with the Nigerian DSSS – and after illegally holding him for 5 days without charge – the DSSS could find no wrongdoing with which to charge Sowore to court. Instead, they resorted to pleading with a judge for a 90-day remand order to fabricate a reason for his unlawful detention.
Having been granted a 45-day remand order in a judgement that is beyond belief, it became clear to the DSSS after a week of incessant questioning of Sowore that they had made a fatal mistake. Not only have they found no crime or illegality in his actions, they have realized that, by their hasty, thoughtless actions, they have successfully crowned Sowore the leader of the true opposition to impunity, anarchy, corruption and retrogression that this government clearly stands for.
Now, to save face, the paid muscle that is our Security Service is rallying in desperate search of a crime to pin on arguably the most transparent Presidential Candidate and Leader of our time. It therefore behoves us, concerned Nigerians of the Take it Back movement, to point out the fabrications of the DSS, which they began to spread with the press release of [what date from who], their publicity secretary, in their hope for anything resembling a case.
They have attempted to link Sowore’s #RevolutionNow protest to the now proscribed IPOB group, claiming that Sowore’s meeting with the IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, on what date and where, was to plan to topple the government. They clearly forgot that Sowore met with Kanu in his capacity as a journalist, a concerned Nigerian, and as an ex-presidential candidate of the federal republic who promised, during his presidential campaign, to go the extra mile to get those disillusioned with Nigeria to believe in the Nigeria project again. As one of the few candidates who covered the length and breadth of this country during his campaign, he witnessed, first-hand, the ravages of mal-governance of the current ruling class on ALL Nigerians – Yoruba, Ibo and Hausa alike. Only a government whose response to cries of injustice is to send armed soldiers to trample on unarmed men, women and children, would perceive the meeting of free men as an affront and a sign of treason.
This meeting was also held in public, and livestreamed for all Nigerians to view in real time! And so we ask the DSSS: who plans to topple a government in public? Is this really the kind of security service that tax-payer’s money is wasted to provide to Nigerians? No wonder Boko-Haram and Herdsmen are running rough-shod over this government and all they do is give excuses.
They have also failed in their bid to misconstrue Sowore’s defence of the human rights of the Shiite leader, El-Zakzaky. We call on Nigerians to remember that Sowore was the first journalist to report on the human rights abuses of the Shiites and their leader by the Army under the Buhari government, and as a presidential candidate, spoke multiply about the need to respect the law and human rights of individuals, something that Buhari and the DSSS are obviously unfamiliar with. Our call has always been for mediation and dialogue, not for injustice and cruelty.
Now, their ploy is to attempt to link Sowore’s large support base in diaspora and their donations to his campaign as support for toppling the government. Specifically, they mention Dubai because it is clear that all donations from Western countries have been tracked with clarity. This is laughable at best, and at worst, and shows how insensitive this current government is to the yearnings of Nigerians at home and in diaspora who just want their country fixed, and desire a government that does not just gives excuses for their incessant failures.
Perhaps more than any other presidential candidate in Nigeria’s history, Omoyele Sowore was transparent about his campaign fundraising efforts. Recognizing the value that Nigerians in diaspora add daily to the lives of Nigerians at home, and sensing their willingness to participate in the improvement of their homeland, Sowore offered himself as their mouthpiece, which other candidates also attempted to do and were rebuffed.
Sowore, the overwhelming choice of those in diaspora, held fundraising drives where Nigerians worldwide contributed in national and foreign currencies to his campaign. On all these drives, Sowore announced the donors. This transparency spurred on many donors to contribute even more. This has never happened in Nigeria’s history. Less than eight weeks after the elections, Sowore cemented his place in the hearts of Nigerians with the unprecedented action of publishing his campaign Statement of Accounts, accounting for every penny received.
We are now aware that the DSS is trying to turn this outpouring of generosity by the Nigerian people into something more sinister; insinuating that these funds, so publicly donated, received and spent, were to support a secret mission. And so we challenge the DSSS – in this era of BVN? Is this really the kind of thinking that they intend to use to provide security from contemporary security challenges like cybercrime?
It is now clear to everyone, that, in their continued bid to quash the voice of the oppressed and trample on the rights of Nigerians, the Department of State Services (DSS) will continue to search desperately for accusations to lay at the feet of former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, and are not above spurious allegations in their quest to quieten the agitation for good governance that he has raised in the hearts and minds of reasonable Nigerians.
The TiB Movement would therefore like to be clear: Sowore is not Nigeria’s enemy. His only passion is a unified Nigeria that works for all, not just the oppressive, corrupt elite. We will therefore continue to defend Sowore’s innocence even as the Federal Government continue to draw on groundless, tenuous strands with which to silence him. There is a growing desire for freedom and progress that cannot be quelled, and the rest of the world is watching closely.
Director General,
Take it Back Movement
Land grabbers invade FGC Kano…. Old Students
The Federal Government College Kano Old Students Association (FGCKOSA)
wishes to formally draw the attention of the President of the Federal Republic of
Nigeria, His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to a deeply troubling
development involving the proposed concession of approximately 30 hectares of
land within Federal Government College Kano under a Public-Private Partnership
arrangement.
We state, with utmost concern, that this initiative represents a destruction of a
national educational legacy carefully built and handed over to the current
generation of leaders. Unity Schools were established as symbols of excellence,
integration, and nation-building. Any action that diminishes their integrity reflects
a troubling disregard for the power of education as a driver of national progress.
At a time when nations across the world are investing more in education
infrastructure and expanding capacity, it is deeply alarming that we are instead
dismantling and commercializing existing assets meant for learning. This
proposed development signals a shift away from long-term educational value
toward short-term commercial interests.
It is also important to note that the alumni community has, over the years,
collectively invested billions of naira in the development of the College—
consistently funding infrastructure, supporting academic programs, and
strengthening the institution without taking any portion of school land or
seeking anything in return. This record reflects a deep, selfless commitment to
the school’s growth and sustainability.
Furthermore, the alumni has formally established a dedicated foundation focused
on the perpetuation of the College and the advancement of academic
excellence, with plans to raise ₦5 billion at its official launch in June 2026. This
demonstrates that credible, mission-aligned funding alternatives already exist without compromising the intergrity of the school
Our objections are as follows:
1. Misuse of Educational Land for Commercial Gain:
The proposed project is fundamentally a residential and commercial real
estate venture. This constitutes a clear diversion of federally designated
educational land into private hands, undermining the original purpose for
which the land was acquired.
2. Threat to Student Safety and Academic Environment:
The introduction of a mixed-use estate sharing boundaries with the school
exposes students to avoidable risks and erodes the controlled, secure
environment required for effective learning.
3. Irreversible Damage to School Capacity and Future Growth:
The land identified for this project includes critical open spaces necessary
for recreation, expansion, and future development. Any project that
reduces the capacity of the school to grow, expand, and improve its
facilities cannot, in any form, be considered beneficial to the institution.
4. Fundamental Question of Necessity:
Why Federal Government College Kano land? Kano State is one of the
largest states in the country, with abundant land available for real estate
development. There is no justification for appropriating land from an
existing educational institution when alternatives clearly exist.
5. No Tangible Benefit to the School:
There is no scenario under which this land-swap PPP arrangement
benefits the school. On the contrary, all available evidence suggests that
the project is structured primarily for private commercial gain. We are
compelled to state that this raises serious concerns that the promoters
intend to rip off the government and the Nigerian people under the guise
of a PPP arrangement.
Your Excellency, this matter goes beyond a single institution. It raises a
fundamental question about our national priorities: whether we will protect and
strengthen our educational institutions, or allow them to be gradually eroded.
We therefore respectfully call on the President to:
• Immediately cancel the proposed PPP land concession;
• Protect the sanctity and integrity of Unity Schools nationwide
*Ensure that no action is taken that compromises the future of education
in Nigeria.
We also strongly advise members of the public to refrain from purchasing or
investing in any land or property associated with this scheme, as it is under
serious dispute and may be overturned, exposing buyers to financial loss.
FGCKOSA wishes to make it clear that we will not relent in pursuing all lawful and
legal avenues to overturn this illegal arrangement. We remain committed to
safeguarding the legacy of our institution and ensuring that it continues to serve
future generations.
Signed,
Shoyinka Shodunke
President
Federal Government College Kano Old Students Association (FGCKOSA)
Revival Atmosphere as Dominion City Launches Night of Glory 2026.
Lagos – The atmosphere was charged with faith, worship, and expectancy as Dominion City’s Global Camp Meeting 2026 entered its peak with the first day of the “Night of Glory,” drawing thousands of worshippers to Lagos and Enugu in a powerful display of spiritual revival.
Held at the Golden Heart Place, Ajah, Lagos, the Friday evening gathering marked a significant moment in the ongoing six-day conference themed “Redigging the Wells of Our Fathers.” Participants from across Nigeria and beyond converged both physically and online, united by a shared hunger for divine encounter and transformation.
From the outset, the meeting was characterised by intense worship sessions led by gospel ministers, creating an atmosphere many attendees described as “tangible with God’s presence.” The night quickly transitioned into sessions of fervent prayers, prophetic ministrations, and teachings centred on restoration, healing, and spiritual awakening.
Presiding over the meeting, Dr. David Ogbueli, founder of Dominion City, charged participants to reconnect with foundational truths and spiritual disciplines necessary for personal and societal transformation. He emphasised that the “Night of Glory” was designed as a moment of divine visitation where destinies could be reshaped.
“As we redig the wells of our fathers, we are reconnecting with ancient graces and covenant realities that produce undeniable results,” he declared.
As the night unfolded, several remarkable testimonies were shared, reinforcing the theme of supernatural intervention. Among them was the case of a 14-year-old girl who was reportedly delivered from a seven-year struggle with pornography addiction, an experience that drew emotional reactions from the congregation.
Other testimonies included reported healing from cancer, recovery from a severe skin infection attributed to spiritual affliction, the healing of a heart-related condition, and three years of a non-menstrual period. Attendees also recounted instances of restored hearing and sight, with individuals testifying to improvements from partial deafness and blindness, among others.
Fathers of faith present were Barrister Emeka Nwankpa, Pastor Yemi Ayodele, Rev. Pade Tokun, Apostle Gbenga Adegbenro, Rev. Mike Adegbile, and others. Other Ministers present, including Pastor Dr. Charles Ndifon, Pastor Randy Mitchell, Apostle Ikechukwu Nnajiofor, and others, reinforced messages of faith and the power of God to intervene in human situations. They encouraged worshippers to remain steadfast and receptive, noting that miracles often spring from an atmosphere of unwavering belief.
Beyond the miraculous, the gathering also underscored a broader call to moral and spiritual renewal. Church leaders reiterated the need for believers to embody values that can positively influence society, especially in a time of perceived moral decline.
The “Night of Glory” is part of the larger Global Camp Meeting, which began on April 1 and will run through April 6, featuring daily teachings, leadership sessions, and specialized programmes for youths and families.
Organisers say expectations remain high for the second night, with many believing that the wave of miracles and transformation witnessed on the first night is only the beginning.
For many attendees, however, the message was clear beyond the signs and wonders; the true essence of the gathering lies in a renewed commitment to live transformed lives and impact society. //END.//
Easter: Obasa Urges Christians To Embrace Hope, Unity, Renewal
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has congratulated Christian faithful in Lagos and across Nigeria on the celebration of Easter, urging them to draw strength from the lessons of Christ’s resurrection.
In his Easter message, released by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Dave Agboola, Obasa described the season as a reminder of victory over despair, renewal after trials, and the triumph of light over darkness. He noted that just as Christ overcame death, Nigeria can overcome its current challenges if citizens remain steadfast, prayerful, and committed to unity.
“Easter is a season of hope and renewal. As a nation, we face economic pressures and security concerns, but the resurrection teaches us that no situation is beyond redemption. Let us roll away the stones of division and despair, and work together for peace, justice, and prosperity,” the Speaker said.
He called on Lagosians to continue to show love and compassion to one another, stressing that collective effort is key to building a stronger Lagos and a better Nigeria.
Obasa prayed that the joy of Easter would fill homes with renewed faith and guide both leaders and citizens toward a brighter future.
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