Activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has expressed support for fellow activist Aisha Yesufu’s bid for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections, while questioning her choice of political party.
Sowore made the remarks on Monday during an interview on Channels Television, where he argued that civic activists should actively participate in formal politics rather than remain on the sidelines.
“I totally support her. I’ve always told her that good people, people who believe that they can do things, should get into politics,” he said.
He further described political engagement as a critical form of activism, stating: “The business of politics is actually the biggest activism that has to be done to save society.”
While reaffirming his support for Yesufu’s ambition, Sowore said he believed she was affiliated with the wrong political party and suggested she should have joined his own political platform.
“So I totally support her, and I hope she wins. Even though I think that she’s in the wrong party, she should have joined our party,” he added.
Yesufu recently resigned from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), where she declared her intention to contest the FCT senatorial seat.
Explaining her decision, she said it reflected a deeper political conviction and alignment with the leadership of former presidential candidate Peter Obi, whom she described as symbolising the aspirations of a reformed Nigeria.
“This deeper understanding is why I resigned from the African Democratic Congress to join the Nigeria Democratic Congress as I follow the leadership of HE Peter Obi, who today embodies the hope and aspiration of a Nigeria that works,” she said.
She also confirmed that her involvement in the NDC goes beyond membership, stating: “This time I am joining the NDC not just as a member but as one running for the FCT Senatorial seat.”
Yesufu added that she had concluded her responsibilities within the ADC and ensured a smooth transition out of the party.
