Sowore had earlier addressed a statement to the newly appointed Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, urging him to investigate Nwode, a Chief Superintendent of Police, over an alleged connection to what he described as a police-linked organ-harvesting ring.
In the statement shared on social media, Sowore alleged that Nwode conspired with individuals within the judiciary to imprison a whistleblower, Nnamdi Emeh, after he reportedly exposed the alleged crime.
According to Sowore, Emeh is currently detained in prison in Awka, Anambra State.
He further claimed that some officers within the Nigeria Police Force, aided by former Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, were responsible for what he described as an injustice against the whistleblower.
The activist called on the new police chief to discontinue what he described as a “sham prosecution” and instead investigate and prosecute officers allegedly involved in the matter.
Reacting to the claims, Nwode said she normally avoids responding to online publications and speculations but decided to address the matter due to the repeated association of her name with what she described as false allegations.
She stated that the claims were thoroughly investigated by the Nigeria Police Force in 2023 and that the outcome found no evidence of organ harvesting or any misconduct linked to her.
“For the sake of clarity, the NPF conducted a full investigation into the claims that circulated in 2023. The outcome clearly established that there was no confirmed evidence of organ harvesting and no evidence linking me to any misconduct,” she said.
Nwode added that the outcome of the investigation, which she said cleared her of the allegations, remains part of official police records.
She also noted that Sahara Reporters, the media platform that published the allegations, had previously acknowledged in another report that the investigation found no evidence against her.
According to her, she first became aware of the police report exonerating her through the same media platform on February 24, 2026, just like many other members of the public.
Nwode described it as “unfair and absurd” that her photograph was placed alongside that of the individual who made the accusations, noting that the claims had previously caused distress and reputational harm to her and her family.
She maintained that she remains committed to her professional responsibilities and would not be distracted by attempts to revive allegations that have already been addressed through institutional processes.
“The truth is documented, and those who are genuinely interested in fairness and due process can easily verify the facts. In every circumstance, the rule of law must prevail,” she said.
Despite the controversy, Nwode said she holds no personal animosity toward Sowore and continues to regard him with respect.
“I trust that fairness and truth will always prevail,” she added.
