Exclusive: Police Boss Shogunle Reveals Sh*cking Details Behind Sowore’s Arrest!

Shogunle, while addressing protesters and journalists in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), on Friday, explained that Sowore’s detention came after he allegedly refused to provide a statement during police questioning.

According to Shogunle, the petitions involve accusations of forgery of a police document and cyberbullying. He stated that Sowore declined to make any statement, and while the police will not compel him to speak, legal procedures must be observed.

He said, “The two petitions were presented to Sowore in my presence, including his lawyers. One relates to the alleged forgery of a police document that he published online, which under the law requires him to disclose the source of the document. The other concerns cyberbullying.

“Sowore refused to give a statement despite being shown the petitions in the presence of his lawyers, and this refusal is officially recorded.

“Nigerian law clearly states that when accused, a person must state their position. While he has the right to remain silent, the police also have responsibilities to follow legal procedures when a suspect chooses not to speak. We are professionals and are adhering strictly to the law.

“He has the right to remain silent, but that doesn’t mean he can be released immediately. The police must carry out their duties under the law.”

When questioned about detaining Sowore beyond the constitutional 24-hour limit, CP Shogunle responded, “We are professionals and following all legal provisions concerning detention. Every step required by law is being observed.”

He also invited some protesters to visit the detention facility to verify that Sowore was not being mistreated, emphasizing, “The law is being followed in his arrest and detention. He came voluntarily, and when he refused to give a statement, his arrest was authorized.”