Comrade Omoyele Sowore, the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), is set to return to Nigeria today from the United States. His return comes after over 20 months of separation due to arrests, detentions, travel restrictions, and the seizure of his international passport by Nigerian security agencies. During his stay in the US, Sowore engaged with Nigerians in the diaspora, supporters, activists, and stakeholders, focusing on the state of Nigeria and his #Sowore2027 presidential campaign.
Sowore's campaign organisation reported that he participated in a major international solidarity march for Palestine in New York and advocated for voting rights for Nigerians living abroad. He reiterated his commitment to ensuring Nigerians in the diaspora can participate fully in the country's democratic process, including implementing diaspora voting under an AAC administration if elected President in 2027. This move aims to give Nigerians abroad a voice in the country's governance.
Upon his return, Sowore is expected to arrive at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos before proceeding to Abuja. There, he will attend to a cybercrime case instituted against him by the State Security Service (SSS) in 2025. His return signals the commencement of another intensive phase of the #Sowore2027 presidential campaign, with plans to engage directly with various groups across Nigeria.
Sowore's campaign maintains that the 2027 presidential election presents an opportunity for Nigerians to break with the old political order and usher in a new era of equal rights, justice, peace, progress, security, and economic prosperity for all. The AAC aims to mobilise Nigerians around its agenda for fundamental political, social, and economic transformation. This involves traversing the country to engage with workers, students, young people, women, farmers, traders, professionals, and communities.
The #Sowore2027 campaign is built on a revolutionary agenda, seeking to address the country's deep-seated issues. Sowore's commitment to engaging with the Nigerian people directly and his focus on diaspora voting rights highlight his determination to include all Nigerians in the democratic process. His return and continued campaign efforts are seen as a significant development in the run-up to the 2027 presidential election.
Sowore's engagements in the US demonstrate his ability to garner international support and solidarity. His participation in the Palestine solidarity march and advocacy for Nigerians abroad underscore his commitment to both local and international causes. This broad approach to governance and diplomacy is expected to be a hallmark of his campaign.
As Sowore resumes his nationwide campaign, he is determined to continue the struggle for revolutionary change in Nigeria. With a focus on direct engagement with the people and a clear vision for the country's future, the AAC and Sowore are poised to present a strong challenge in the 2027 presidential election.
Key points
- Sowore returns to Nigeria to resume his 2027 presidential campaign after 20 months abroad.
- He aims to engage directly with various groups across Nigeria as part of his campaign.
- Sowore is committed to implementing diaspora voting rights for Nigerians living abroad if elected President.
