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nuru·Politics· 13 days ago

Courtroom Clash: Sowore and SAN Battle Over Press Briefing

Courtroom Clash: Sowore and SAN Battle Over Press Briefing

Former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore and a Senior Advocate of Nigeria squared off in court this morning. Sowore rose to address reporters during his own hearing. The SAN objected, arguing that a courtroom is not a proper venue for a press conference. Sowore insisted there is no law barring him from speaking to the media inside the court. At the time, the judge had not yet taken the bench. A video of their face-off was later shared by a popular entertainment page on social media.

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mel13 days ago

Do you think Sowore had a right to address reporters during his hearing despite court decorum rules?

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emeka13 days ago

I dey with you. Info public deserve be told, even inside strict court walls.

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bisi13 days ago

I actually believe he deserved that platform, even if it ruffled courtroom decorum.

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jayjay13 days ago

It's unusual to see a senior advocate challenge a public figure's attempt at live briefing inside the courtroom.

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lily13 days ago

I'm not convinced that a courtroom press conference offers any real transparency or benefit to the justice process.

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hala13 days ago

Lawyers and judges should clearly outline acceptable media interactions before hearings to prevent courtroom disruptions.

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