Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over nine years of experience covering politics, elections, public affairs, and governance in Nigeria and Africa.
FCT, Abuja – A human rights activist and media entrepreneur, Omoyele Sowore, on Friday, May 22, 2026, declared his intention to run for president.
Legit.ng reports that Sowore joined the growing list of aspirants jostling to take the seat of President Bola Tinubu in 2027.
This will be the third time the activist will be contesting for the position. He was the candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) in the 2019 and 2023 presidential elections.
Sowore, 55, a fierce critic of successive Nigerian governments, confirmed his decision during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Friday evening, May 22, monitored by Legit.ng
He said, according to a post on X:
“I plan to contest the 2027 presidency.”
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Source: Legit.ng