Nigerian lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has publicly urged African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, to join a coalition aimed at unseating the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
The appeal was shared in a heartfelt post on Adeyanju’s X handle early Monday morning.
While Sowore is known for his strong ideological stance and uncompromising political values, Adeyanju believes that the present political climate demands strategic unity among opposition forces.
“Dear Egbon @YeleSowore, I know you are different and unlike the thieving Nigerian politicians but please consider joining the coalition sir,” Adeyanju wrote in the post, which has since sparked widespread conversation online.
The activist emphasized that while Sowore’s principles have gained him respect, the current political atmosphere calls for a more pragmatic approach.
“Forget about what will people say about your long lasting principles and ideological values, etc. Extraordinary circumstances calls for extraordinary measures,” Adeyanju said.
He added that such a decision would be a significant show of selflessness and political maturity, stating,
“You will earn the permanent respect and admiration of all Nigerians if you make such a painful sacrifice.”
Moreover, Adeyanju argued that politics differs sharply from activism or moral purity, stating it plainly as a “game of numbers.”
He encouraged Sowore to look beyond the opinions of critics who may never support him regardless of his choices.
“Everyone already know that you are uncompromising and different and you have nothing to prove to critics who will never like you anyway,” he said, urging Sowore once again to “just consider the idea of joining the coalition sir.”
In closing, Adeyanju softened the message with a respectful note, “Respect and love always even if you don’t join.”
Meanwhile, Sowore has yet to respond to the suggestion publicly. However, many Nigerians await his reaction, given the importance of his voice in alternative politics.
