AAC presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has challenged Nigerian politicians preparing for the 2027 elections to demonstrate their popularity by building political structures without depending on wealthy individuals or parties established by others.
Sowore said politicians who genuinely believe Nigerians support their ideas should organise their own movements and mobilise voters rather than repeatedly changing political platforms in search of electoral advantage.
He made the comments while defending the African Action Congress, arguing that the party’s development was driven by ordinary members and supporters who contributed their resources and efforts to its growth.
The AAC candidate questioned the practice of politicians joining established parties during election seasons and then seeking to persuade supporters of other movements to follow them.
For Sowore, political influence should be demonstrated through grassroots organisation rather than financial backing from billionaires or the support of influential political godfathers.
“If their ideas are so compelling, let them organize,” he said, challenging politicians to prove the popularity of their programmes.
He further argued that politicians with strong platforms should be able to mobilise Nigerians and create political organisations capable of standing on their own.
Sowore said the AAC had already gone through that process, describing the party as a product of the sacrifices made by its members and supporters.
“We built ours with our sweat and blood. Let them build theirs,” he said.
The comments add to the growing political debate ahead of 2027, as politicians across Nigeria explore alliances, party structures and strategies for the next presidential contest.
Sowore, who has previously contested the presidency, is positioning the AAC as an alternative political platform and continues to promote grassroots mobilisation as a key part of his political strategy.
