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Sahara Reporters publisher Omoyele Sowore has been released from detention hours after he was arrested following a criminal defamation petition filed by journalist, Lekan Fatodu. Read the press statement released by the state police command Public Relations officer, Dolapo Badmus after the cut... Today, 11/1/2017 at about 15:39hrs, a distress call was received by the Lagos State Police Command that Mr Omoyele Sowore - Publisher of Sahara Reporters was being attacked by suspected hoodlums around Isaac John street, GRA ikeja. The police swiftly responded, and upon arrival at the scene contrary to the report that a robbery attack was taking place, the police met the duo of Mr Omoyele Sowore and Mr Lekan Fatodu engaged in a brawl/altercation. With a view to ascertaining what led to the false alarm of a robbery, both parties were taken before the Commissioner of Police. In the course of police intervention, it was found out that the brawl is in connection with an earlier complaint of alleged threat to life, defamation of character and blackmail made by Lekan against Omoyele. Both parties were subsequently referred to the State Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department (SCIID), Panti where the case has been under investigation. SP DOLAPO BADMOS POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER. LAGOS STATE COMMAND

http://thearticleng..com.ng/2017/01/lagos-state-police-command-releases.html

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I have been saying this all the time ..Mind your comments especially on NL.

I have formally resigned from politics section

Let the owner of NL comment small.

They even said na "two fighting"

The police just said so much without saying anything. Empty press release. No substance.

Love or hate Sowore, that guy has contributed more to the growth of democracy and good governance in Nigeria than many senators and other politicians.

They might carry some " bad belle" news sometimes or take some fights personal, but the man probably pioneered online news reporting in the country and has continued to run with it.

The fear of sahara reporters is the beginning of wisdom. If they weren't doing something right, a credible international organisation like the Ford Foundation won't be their major sponsor.

When it comes to investigative journalism in Nigeria, Sahara reporters lead while all others follow. No amount of intimidation can stop Sahara reporters from exposing the fraudulent activities of senior government officials and the thieving elites.

dunkem21:
They even said na "two fighting"

You have "resigned" yet you commented twice, back to back.

Meanwhile, Sowore and Lekan should settle their issues like men and stop acting like beeches flying the Russian flag.

Any ipob yoot who comes in here to talk trash will get a taste of my fury this cold morning.

ALTERNATEID:
When it comes to investigative journalism in Nigeria, Sahara reporters lead while all others follow. No amount of intimidation can stop Sahara reporters from exposing the fraudulent activities of senior government officials and the thieving elites.

Na wa oo! What has this got to do with government? Is Lekan a government official If it had anything to do with government, you think the gentleman would be out yet? At least, they woukd have keot him for 23 hrs, 59mins.

Sowore remains gallant sha, fvxk Lekan and whoever. SR repains an invaluable asset to the masses of this country; in their reportage we trust.

KahlDrogo:
Na wa oo! What has this got to do with government? Is Lekan a government official If it had anything to do with government, you think the gentleman would be out yet? At least, they woukd have keot him for 23 hrs, 59mins.

Sowore remains gallant sha, fvxk Lekan and whoever. SR repains an invaluable asset to the masses of this country; in their reportage we trust.

Lekan Fatodu was accused by SR of laundering stolen money on behalf of Femi Fani-Kayode. He is a part of the thieving elites that I referred to in my post.

ALTERNATEID:
Lekan Fatodu was accused by SR of laundering stolen money on behalf of Femi Fani-Kayode. He is a part of the thieving elites that I referred to in my post.

Okay oo.

Unfortunately no amount preas release can cure the wailing zombies doubts.