Sowore Petitions Florida Attorney-General Over 3 Houses Allegedly Linked to Wike in U.S.
Omoyele Sowore, a human rights activist, has officially filed a petition with Florida's Attorney General James Uthmeier. The petition accuses Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, Nigeria’s Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), of covertly purchasing properties in the United States using laundered public money.
In his petition, Sowore claimed that three houses in Winter Springs, Florida—though registered under the name of Wike's wife—were directly connected to Wike himself.
He asserted that the assets were further distributed among the couple's children to conceal their purported illicit origins.
Sowore stated that these transactions are considered "first-class felonies" under U.S. law. He also mentioned that the recent revelations are part of ongoing investigations, which might reveal more foreign assets linked to Wike in the future.
The activist accused the minister of following a well-established pattern used by Nigerian officials to funnel funds overseas, emphasizing that this alleged international laundering breaches both Nigerian anti-corruption laws and American regulations, carrying significant legal repercussions.
Sowore stated, "We might uncover additional properties, but we are making strides. We have already reached out to the Office of the Attorney General of Florida, James Uthmeier, to inform them that Nyesom Ezenwo Wike – CON, GSSRS is allegedly involved in laundering stolen funds (proceeds from criminal activities) to acquire and trade properties within their state—a first-degree felony."
The former presidential candidate, renowned for his persistent fight against corruption and misuse of power, promised to pursue the issue until accountability is secured.
Recently back from a trip overseas, Wike has refuted rumors that he was hospitalized while abroad, calling these claims "lies" circulated on social media. Speaking at a public event, he stated that his journey was simply a personal vacation—his first since taking office—and emphasized that leaders also deserve time to relax.
The minister also critiqued Sowore, noting that the activist is "fortunate" to have President Bola Tinubu, who tolerates dissent. He implied that in a different administration, Sowore's frequent criticism of the government might have led to significant repercussions.
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