Sowore injured in Ekiti altercation, hospitalised — Police

The Ekiti State Police Command has confirmed that Omoyele Sowore, the African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, was injured in an altercation and is currently receiving medical treatment.

According to a statement from lawyer Deji Adeyanju, Sowore was the victim of a violent attack in Ekiti State. Adeyanju further alleged that the police officer attached to Sowore was disarmed during the incident. He called on security agencies to investigate the matter and ensure Sowore's safety.

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