System is dealing with you now, Sowore mocks Malami in court

In a striking display of defiance and sharp wit, Omoyele Sowore, a prominent human rights activist and publisher, confronted former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami at the Federal High Court in Abuja. Sowore seized the moment, not with anger, but with a pointed mockery that underscored his long-standing criticisms of Nigeria's justice system. He directly addressed Malami, suggesting the former minister was now facing the harsh realities of the very system he once upheld.

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You see how it feels now to be persecuted. When you were with Buhari at that time, you were bragging. We warned you then that there is failure in the justice system, but you didn’t listen, and now the system is dealing with you.

"You see how it feels now to be persecuted," Sowore declared, his words echoing the sentiment of many Nigerians who feel let down by the country's legal framework. He reminded Malami of past warnings about the justice system's failures, emphasizing that these issues now affect everyone, including former officials. This confrontation, captured in a video circulating online, highlights the deep-seated issues within Nigeria's governance and accountability structures.

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There is failure in the system. The system is dealing with you now.

Sowore's actions, including the symbolic offering of a "revolutionary cap," were not just personal jabs but a broader commentary on the systemic challenges that plague the nation. He stressed that these problems transcend political divides, affecting both critics and former oppressors. His unwavering stance, articulated as "As far as the Nigeria project is concerned, no matter how powerful you people are, we will never support you," reflects a commitment to continued advocacy for reform.

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I want to give you my cap. This is a revolutionary cap.

Malami's response, though brief, acknowledged his ongoing engagement with legal proceedings, stating, "I can never be down. Well, I have been attending all my court sittings. I will keep attending. And I remain strong." This exchange, while seemingly a personal encounter, serves as a potent reminder of the public's scrutiny of those in power and the persistent calls for a more just and equitable system in Nigeria.

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At least I’m glad that you are strong.