Sowore Moves Freely In Lagos Despite Police ‘Wanted’ Notice Human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore appeared publicly in Lagos on Wednesday, attending two major events despite being declared “wanted” by the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Moshood Jimoh, on November 3, 2025. Where he appeared 1. NBA Ikeja Human Rights Day Event He participated in a panel discussion on safety, security, and mass killings in Nigeria. The event took place just a few meters from the Lagos State Police Command headquarters. 2. UNILAG – Gani Fawehinmi Integrity Award (HEDA) Sowore attended and received a warm welcome from students and activists. Why police declared him wanted The police linked him to alleged disturbances during protests against the Oworonshoki demolitions, which many groups described as illegal and inhumane. Legal response Sowore has filed a ₦500 million fundamental rights lawsuit against: The Nigeria Police Force IGP Kayode Egbetokun CP Moshood Jimoh He argues: He was declared wanted without any invitation, warrant, or charges. His rights to dignity, liberty, and movement were violated. He has never been contacted legally and would have honoured any lawful invitation. He is seeking: Permission for substituted service of court processes An interim injunction stopping the police from arresting, harassing, or declaring him wanted A stay on the “wanted person” declaration Public reaction #Humanrightsgroupssaythepolicedeclaration #Unlawful #Vindictive #Politicallymotivated