Activist and politician Omoyele Sowore has criticised Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold over reports involving legal action against a social media user accused of making false claims about the artist.

Sowore made his remarks following online reactions to the incident, where a netizen allegedly faced legal consequences after publishing statements considered damaging to the singer’s reputation.

According to Sowore, public figures should exercise restraint in how they respond to criticism online, arguing that legal action against individuals for social media comments raises concerns about free expression.

The development has sparked debate across social media, with users divided between supporting celebrities’ right to protect their image and defending the freedom of online speech.

Adekunle Gold has not publicly issued additional comments beyond earlier responses to misinformation circulating about his family and personal life.

The situation has further reignited discussions around defamation laws, accountability on social media, and the growing tension between public figures and online commentators in Nigeria’s digital space.

Authorities have not released additional details regarding the legal proceedings referenced in the online reports.