# Sahara Reporters

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Lawyer Critiques Use of Private Prosecutor in Sowore's Forgery Case

Tope Temokun, legal representative of activist Omoyele Sowore, has condemned the Attorney-General's decision to appoint a private lawyer for Sowore's trial concerning an alleged police message forgery, suggesting it undermines the integrity of the justice system.

Feb 27, 20266 min read

Politics

Court Prevents Sowore and Sahara Reporters from Defaming IGP and Others

A court has issued an injunction barring Omoyele Sowore and his media outlet, Sahara Reporters, from making defamatory statements regarding the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, his son, and a police officer. The order was obtained in Abuja amidst an ongoing dispute between the police and Sowore over Egbetokun's tenure.

Feb 20, 20267 min read

Inspector General of Police Nigeria Omoyele Sowore