DSS Seeks Suspension of Sowore Cyber-Bullying Case Ahead of 2027 Election

The Department of State Services (DSS) has requested a suspension of its cyber-bullying case against Omoyele Sowore, the African Action Congress presidential candidate, until after the January 16, 2027 election. The case stems from Sowore's posts on August 25, 2025, where he labeled President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a 'criminal.' The DSS aims to clarify the legality of such statements and had previously approached the court regarding similar issues. Following Sowore's refusal to remove the posts after a seven-day ultimatum, the DSS initiated legal proceedings on September 16, 2025. The decision to pause the case was made to allow Sowore to participate fully in the upcoming elections. The DSS plans to formally communicate this request to the Federal High Court on September 14, 2026, after the court's annual vacation.

Key Points: • DSS seeks to suspend Sowore's cyber-bullying case until after the 2027 elections. • The case involves Sowore's August 2025 posts calling President Tinubu a 'criminal.' • DSS aims to clarify the legality of labeling individuals as criminals without due process.