Omoyele Sowore: The Marathon Activist Who Has Turned Struggle Into a Lifelong Mission
This opinion piece reflects on the remarkable three-decade journey of Omoyele Sowore, tracing his evolution from UNILAG student activist in the June 12 struggle to citizen journalist, civil rights advocate, and persistent presidential contender. Described as a “marathon man” of activism, Sowore has spent his life confronting state power, enduring arrests, court battles, and political resistance while championing human rights and democracy. The article highlights his relentless energy, strategic protest style, national presence, and emerging statesmanlike approach—particularly in his engagements around Nnamdi Kanu’s trial—while pondering what the future may hold for a man defined by resilience, fearlessness, and unwavering commitment to social justice.
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