CITIZENS COMPASS— As foremost human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, clocks 55 years yesterday, The Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR), Lagos State Branch, has felicitated with him on the occasion of his birthday.
The Branch Chairman, Comrade Adewale Ojo, disclosed this in a birthday message to the celebrant.
Sowore is Publisher, Sahara Reporters.
The message reads: Comrade Adewale Ojo, Chairman of the Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR), Lagos State Branch, on behalf of the Executive and members of the Branch proudly joins progressive forces across Nigeria and beyond to salute a tireless fighter for justice, Comrade Omoyele Sowore, on the occasion of his birthday.
Today, we do not merely celebrate the passage of time, we celebrate courage in the face of repression, resilience in the midst of intimidation, and an unwavering commitment to the liberation of the oppressed.
Your voice has remained loud where others chose silence. Your resolve has remained firm where others compromised.
Through relentless activism and fearless confrontation of injustice, you have inspired millions of Nigerian youths to awaken to their rights, challenge systemic oppression, and demand accountability from those in power. You have helped rekindled the revolutionary consciousness that reminds us that freedom is never given, it is demanded.
The CDHR Lagos Branch stands in solidarity with your unyielding struggle against tyranny, corruption, and social injustice. Your life remains a testament to the enduring spirit of Aluta, the struggle continues until victory is won.
On this revolutionary milestone, we reaffirm our collective commitment to the ideals of justice, equity, and human dignity.
Happy Revolutionary Birthday, Comrade.
Aluta Continua!
