The federal government is working hard for the release of singers, Omah Lay and Tems arrested in Uganda for breaking COVID-19 regulations.

The revelation was made today by Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) on Twitter.

In a series of tweets, she wrote:

“It has just been brought to our attention. We are doing everything possible to get it all sorted #FreeOmahLay

Thanks Peter. The Minister @GeoffreyOnyeama has also been on the matter. Our mission in Uganda has also taken it up and I just had a conversation with the Lawyer representing them

#FreeOmahLay #FreeTems . The Nigerian mission in Uganda is doing everything to get them freed. Minister @GeoffreyOnyeama has also been on the matter. @nidcom_gov is also in touch with their Lawyers.

We must ensure we get them back home, safe and sound and fast #FreeOmahLay #FreeTems.”