A leaked audio recording allegedly features a Lagos APC thug admitting to a plot to assassinate activist Omoyele Sowore, sparking outrage and calls for investigation into political violence in Nigeria.
Lagos APC thug leaked audio Sowore — A disturbing audio recording making the rounds on social media has allegedly captured a suspected political thug affiliated with the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos, openly discussing plans to assassinate human rights activist and Sahara Reporters publisher, Omoyele Sowore.
The leaked audio, now trending under the hashtag #PlotToKillSowore, has triggered outrage across Nigeria’s political and civil society space, with citizens demanding a full-scale probe by law enforcement authorities.
In the recording, the unidentified male voice, speaking in a mix of Yoruba and can be heard boasting about “orders from above” to “deal with Sowore” and “make sure he doesn’t survive it.” The voice also claimed that certain unnamed political figures had promised financial and political backing in exchange for executing the alleged plan.
While LeadNaija News could not independently verify the authenticity of the recording at press time, its content has sparked growing concern about the safety of opposition figures, journalists, and civil rights advocates ahead of upcoming political activities.
Omoyele Sowore, a prominent pro-democracy campaigner and founder of the African Action Congress (AAC), has long been a vocal critic of corruption, electoral malpractice, and abuse of power within Nigeria’s political elite. His recent public comments on governance, police brutality, and alleged state-sponsored intimidation have reportedly unsettled certain political circles.
Sowore, reacting on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account, acknowledged the viral audio clip, describing it as “a clear indication of the depths political actors will go to silence dissent.”
“They’ve tried arrest, torture, and imprisonment. Now they’re openly plotting assassination. But we won’t be intimidated. Nigeria must not be ruled by fear,” he wrote.
Human rights organizations, including Amnesty International Nigeria and the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), have condemned the content of the alleged audio and called for urgent government action.
“We are deeply concerned by the reported threat against Omoyele Sowore,” Amnesty International stated. “Authorities must ensure his safety and investigate all individuals involved in this disturbing development.”
Civil society groups have also urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and security agencies to demonstrate impartiality and transparency in investigating the claims.
“If this is true, it’s not just an attack on one man but a direct assault on freedom of speech and democracy,” said Dr. Aisha Yesufu, a social activist. “Silencing critics through violence or fear has no place in a modern Nigeria.”
Meanwhile, the Lagos State APC leadership has distanced itself from the viral recording, describing it as a “desperate fabrication by opposition elements seeking to blackmail the party.”
In a brief statement, APC spokesperson Seye Oladejo said:
“Our party has zero tolerance for political violence. We urge security operatives to investigate and bring the truth to light. Sowore deserves protection as a citizen, but false propaganda should also be condemned.”
Security experts have, however, cautioned that dismissing such threats without thorough investigation could embolden criminal networks operating under political cover.
“The mention of funding, logistics, and political backing in that audio makes it more than idle talk,” noted Retired Colonel Hassan Umar, a security analyst. “Even if fabricated, it reflects a dangerous trend of normalized violence in political rhetoric.”
As of the time of filing this report, the Nigeria Police Force and the Department of State Services (DSS) have not released any official statement regarding the alleged plot or the leaked recording.
Public outrage continues to mount online, with citizens demanding that Sowore’s safety be guaranteed and that any individuals linked to the recording be tracked and prosecuted.
Observers say the development underscores Nigeria’s worsening climate of political intimidation, where activists and journalists often face harassment, surveillance, or worse for speaking out against the system.
If authenticated, the audio would mark yet another alarming chapter in the country’s struggle to protect free speech and uphold the rule of law.
“The right to criticize government and hold leaders accountable is not a crime,” Sowore reiterated. “We will not stop fighting for justice, transparency, and a free Nigeria.”
𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀𝗔𝗽𝗽 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗧𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗔𝘀 𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗽!
