A former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, was on Friday released by the Nigerian police after being detained for two days.
Sowore confirmed his release on Friday evening.
He expressed gratitude to supporters who stood by him during the ordeal.
In a statement on social media, he said: “Nigeria Police Force has capitulated to the demands of the revolutionary movt, I have been released from unjust, illegal & unwarranted detention. However, it is nothing to celebrate, but thank u for not giving up!#RevolutionNow.”
The activist, known for his unwavering criticism of government policies and advocacy for democratic reforms.
Sowore has previously faced multiple arrests linked to his #RevolutionNow movement, which calls for sweeping political and economic changes in Nigeria.
