Activist and former African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has publicly criticized the newly appointed Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu, over the handling of businesswoman Tracy Ohiri’s legal case, which took a dramatic turn when she collapsed in court and was rushed to a hospital.
In a video shared on his verified Facebook account, Sowore expressed frustration at what he described as mismanagement during the IGP’s first days in office.
He specifically pointed to Commissioner of Police Akin Fakorede, who heads the IGP Monitoring Unit, accusing him of obstructing justice by attempting to block Ohiri’s bail.
Sowore suggested that Disu’s leadership was undermined, allowing a senior police officer to interfere in a high-profile legal matter during the initial 48 hours of his tenure.
“The new IGP, who many believe is intelligent, look at what is happening,” Sowore stated in the video. “You allowed Fakorede to mess up your first 48 hours in office.”
The controversy centers on a debt dispute between Ohiri and Nigeria’s Minister of Works, Dave Umahi. Ohiri alleges that Umahi owes her approximately N250 million for promotional materials and campaign support provided during his 2014 governorship campaign.
Following her public demands for repayment, she was arrested and arraigned in court, sparking national debate over the handling of civil disputes and alleged abuse of power by authorities.
Sowore’s intervention underscores growing public scrutiny of law enforcement practices, particularly in high-profile civil and political disputes. Observers note that the situation highlights tensions between public expectations of police impartiality and allegations of interference in matters involving powerful political figures.
The incident has raised questions about procedural fairness, with advocates urging that the rights of individuals involved in financial disputes be respected, regardless of their status or the prominence of those they challenge. Ohiri’s collapse in court has further intensified attention on the case, drawing reactions from activists, legal experts, and members of the public…..See More
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