New Video Evidence Surfaces in Attack on Omoyele Sowore

Omoyele Sowore, the presidential candidate for the African Action Congress (AAC), has released video footage that he asserts captures the faces of individuals who participated in an attack on him and his team in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State. The incident, which occurred on October 30, 2026, left members of the team injured and prompted a public outcry from the activist.

The Incident and Subsequent Allegations

According to reports from Daily Post Nigeria, the assault took place at Tawakalitu Restaurant shortly after Sowore concluded an interview at MIDAS FM 90.5. Following the event, Sowore alleged that the attackers originated from the Ekiti State Government House. He has since leveled serious accusations against the Ekiti State Police Command, claiming that law enforcement officials facilitated a cover-up of the event.

Sowore specifically alleged that police and Department of State Services (DSS) operatives seized the CCTV recording equipment from the restaurant. He claims the equipment was later returned with the original footage deleted. Management at the restaurant reportedly confirmed that the equipment was returned by a divisional police officer, though they have not identified the specific individual responsible for the return or the state of the data.

Disputes Over Investigation Procedures

In a statement posted to his verified X handle, Sowore detailed his attempts to engage with local law enforcement, including the Ekiti State Commissioner of Police, Michael Falade, and the Ado-Ekiti Central Police Station DPO, Mustapha Mohammed. Sowore reported that these officials claimed there was no active investigation because he had not submitted a formal written statement.

This claim stands in contrast to Sowore’s assertion that police were present during the aftermath, having assisted in transporting victims to the hospital and allegedly recovering weapons and stolen mobile devices. Sowore further alleged that some of the stolen property was traced electronically to the Governor’s Lodge, a claim that police officials have reportedly denied knowledge of during his inquiries.

Calls for Accountability

The newly released video is being presented by the AAC candidate as a significant breakthrough in the case. Sowore has called for an independent investigation into the incident, specifically requesting the removal of the Commissioner of Police and other officers he accuses of obstructing justice. Previously, the Ekiti Police Command had characterized the violent encounter as a mere altercation.

As of now, the identities of the individuals in the video have not been independently verified by external authorities, and the Ekiti State Police Command has not provided a public rebuttal to the specific allegations regarding the deleted CCTV footage. The situation remains a point of contention as the AAC continues to demand transparency regarding the events of October 30.

Conclusion

The emergence of this video footage adds a new layer of complexity to the investigation into the assault on Omoyele Sowore. With conflicting accounts between the victim and local law enforcement regarding the handling of evidence and the nature of the attack, the demand for an impartial inquiry into the conduct of the officers involved continues to grow.

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p class=”vbna-source-note”>Source: Daily Post Nigeria

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