2027 Election Results Have Been Written, Democracy Is Gone — Omoyele Sowore
In a recent interview, prominent Nigerian activist and opposition figure Omoyele Sowore spoke candidly about the current administration under President Bola Tinubu, the decline of democratic values in Nigeria, and the state of opposition politics ahead of the 2027 elections. He also shared why he refuses to align with the Labour Party or Peter Obi and offered advice on what Nigerians should do before the next election cycle.
On the Tinubu Government and Democracy Day
Sowore made it clear that his critique of the Tinubu administration is longstanding and unshaken by recent developments. “Electing Bola Tinubu was a grave mistake by Nigerians. His tenure has brought devastating economic, social, and political damage in just two years—worse than what Buhari did in eight,” he asserted. According to him, institutions, education, and democratic structures have been severely weakened.
Asked about Democracy Day celebrations, Sowore responded with skepticism, saying, “There is nothing to celebrate. Many Nigerians have lost faith in democracy itself. Freedoms that once defined our system—free speech, fair elections, the right to choose—are eroding. People are so frustrated they sometimes glorify military rulers, though I do not endorse military rule.”
On Proposed Compulsory Voting
Sowore strongly opposes moves to make voting mandatory. “If authorities have to force people to vote, then democracy is dead,” he said. “True democracy depends on choice, not coercion. This is about manufacturing turnout figures, not genuine participation.” He vows to resist such laws, which he believes are unenforceable without meaningful electoral reforms.
Regarding Radicalism and Revolution
Often labeled too radical, Sowore embraces the term, emphasizing that history is shaped by those willing to challenge the status quo. “I’m not radical enough, honestly,” he said. “Major societal changes have always been driven by radicals. My principles are grounded in the reality faced by everyday Nigerians.”
When asked about the state of his Revolution Now movement, Sowore stressed its endurance. “Revolutions take time. The strength lies in persistence, not volume. More Nigerians are openly demanding change now than in 2019, so the movement is growing.”
Campaign Against Police Leadership
Sowore highlighted progress in his efforts to reform the police force, including the removal of over 1,000 senior officers who were illegally retained and promotions for neglected officers. Yet, he insists the fight isn’t over until the Inspector-General of Police resigns, accusing him of overstaying his welcome.
On the Dwindling Opposition
Sowore criticized what he called a pseudo-opposition made up of former ruling party members with no clear ideology, describing them as “political mercenaries” interested only in power and wealth distribution. He argues there is no genuine ideological opposition in Nigerian politics today.
2027 and the Road Ahead
When questioned about his political ambitions, Sowore stated that he has never stopped fighting for change, but he does not trust the electoral process. “The 2027 election results are already predetermined,” he said. “The only way to truly change Nigeria is through rebellion against this rigged system—not abandoning democracy itself.”
On alliances, he said his focus is on the millions of disenfranchised Nigerians who refuse to vote—not on transactional political deals.
Views on Atiku and Tinubu
Sowore dismissed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as a figure whose time has passed, motivated only by his presidential ambitions. Regarding Tinubu, he called out government policies such as subsidy removal and naira devaluation as harmful, asserting, “This ‘hard road to prosperity’ is actually a path to destruction for ordinary Nigerians.”
