“Tinubu Is Burying Nigeria” — Sowore Slams APC, Declares Elections Futile Ahead of 2027

In a blistering critique of Nigeria’s current political and democratic state, Omoyele Sowore—activist, publisher, and perennial presidential candidate—has accused the Tinubu administration of accelerating the decline of the country and its democratic institutions. Speaking in an explosive interview, Sowore spared no words in denouncing not only the ruling government but also what he sees as a hollow opposition and a broken electoral process.

As Nigeria approaches Democracy Day, Sowore made it clear that there is, in his view, nothing to celebrate. “Nigerians made a grave mistake voting Bola Tinubu into office. I said it before, and I’ll say it again: when Tinubu is done with this country, Nigerians will be begging to return to Buhari’s era,” he said. According to Sowore, Tinubu has done “irreparable damage” in just two years, crippling institutions, the economy, education, and the political fabric of the country.

“Shambolic Democracy” and Lost Faith in Elections

Sowore’s frustration goes beyond the presidency. He asserts that Nigeria is witnessing the death of democratic ideals. “What Nigerians are whispering—dangerously—is that they no longer believe in democracy,” he warned, citing widespread disillusionment with electoral credibility, freedom of choice, and governance. He maintains that what currently exists is a “shambolic democracy” maintained by a political elite disconnected from the masses.

Responding to the proposed bill by the House of Representatives to make voting compulsory, Sowore dismissed it as a desperate move by a panicked establishment. “If you have to use threats to force people to vote, then democracy is dead. You can’t force people to participate in a system they no longer believe in.”

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On the Labour Party, Peter Obi, and False Alliances

The opposition, according to Sowore, is no better. He harshly criticized prominent opposition parties and figures like the Labour Party and Peter Obi, insisting that they share the same corrupt political DNA as the ruling elite. “Most of what you call opposition isn’t opposition,” he argued. “Real opposition means clear ideological difference. What we have are political mercenaries looking for the best-paying camp.”

Sowore further made it clear that he would not align with Peter Obi or any coalition rooted in transactional politics. “The alliance I care about is with the oppressed. They are the real majority—the 50 million registered voters who don’t vote. That’s my alliance,” he said.

“Rebellion, Not Elections, Will Save Nigeria”

Asked about his plans for the 2027 elections, Sowore reiterated his long-standing skepticism about Nigeria’s electoral system. “The 2027 results are already written,” he claimed. “The only thing that can change Nigeria is rebellion against the system, against another sham election—not against democracy, anyway.”

Despite repeated electoral losses, Sowore maintains that he has “never stopped running”—through protests, activism, and court battles. However, he emphasized that meaningful change cannot come from elections conducted under a compromised system.

Defending Radicalism and the RevolutionNow Movement

Sowore, who has often been labeled as radical, embraced the term, saying, “I don’t think I’m radical enough. Every meaningful change in this world came through so-called radicals.” He pointed to historic revolutions across the world, noting that lasting transformations take time.

He also defended the continued relevance of the RevolutionNow movement, stating that its core message of systemic change is still alive. “You don’t judge a revolution by how loud it is. You judge it by how persistent the message is.”

Victory Claims in IGP Campaign and Ongoing Fight

Sowore touched on his activism against the Inspector General of Police (IGP), claiming tangible victories. “Over 1,000 illegally retained senior police officers have been forced out. Officers who weren’t promoted in 20 years are now getting promotions,” he said. However, he emphasized that the ultimate goal remains the resignation of the IGP, whom he accuses of overstaying and operating unlawfully.

On Atiku and Tinubu’s Economic Policies

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar did not escape Sowore’s sharp criticism. “Atiku is a man whose time has passed. He’s still hanging around, hoping to be President. That’s all he cares about.”

When asked about Tinubu’s widely debated economic reforms—including the removal of fuel subsidies and floating of the naira—Sowore dismissed them as destructive. “The naira is still collapsing. Prices are rising. If they say this is the ‘hard road to prosperity,’ I say it’s a road to destruction.”

A Warning and a Rallying Cry

Sowore concluded with a stark warning and a rallying cry to Nigerians. He believes that without a fundamental, people-led upheaval, Nigeria is headed further down a dangerous path. For Sowore, the time for conventional political gamesmanship is over.

“We’ve been taken on a roller coaster ride by both military and civilian rulers. The only path left is to break the wheel, not spin it,” he concluded.