Why freennamdikanunow Is Trending Today?

Omoyele Sowore addressed protesters at the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow demonstration, linking Nnamdi Kanu's detention to broader social injustice. The protest caused traffic disruptions and transport hikes, stranding passengers in Abuja. Police arrested Nnamdi Kanu's brother and lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, during the protests. Sowore led the protests, which were met with tear gas and live ammunition by security operatives. Despite police denial, reports suggest they sought a court order to stop the protests.