The Misguided Praise of Military Rule and the Need for Democratic Enlightenment, By Comrade Jegede Olatunji

The Misguided Praise of Military Rule and the Need for Democratic Enlightenment, By Comrade Jegede Olatunji

The current development in our political landscape, particularly in Nigeria concerning how some individuals are trying to legitimate military rule in Burkina Faso and making frantic effort to encourage men in Khaki to take over government here, doesn’t only call for concern but need to be looked into by all that genuinely love the country.

Many of these people don’t really know what democracy means and the effort we made before we were able to send military away and many lives that were lost.
Apart from the aforementioned events that led to the democracy rule in Nigeria, people should be able to weigh the merits of the democracy before embarking on the part of destruction.

I don’t have issue with whether Ibrahim Taore is performing or not, my stand remains recognition of the democracy over any form of government that can easily violate human rights.

It is not funny seeing, so called “Pro democracy” whitewashing and praising military junter in Nigeria. “Government of the people by the people and for the people” which is the democracy, have given us an opportunity of the periodic election, that we can reject unpopular government or political party that is making anti- people policies.
Instead of the Nigerians to come together and reject all these people that represent their selfish interests, they are busy echoing the praise of the dictator in foreign land, so as to aid military coup in the country.

It is obvious that many are not interested in the well being of Nigeria. A country endowed with people like Mr Sowore Omoyele (Babayele) and people like us, they still find it difficult to see that, saviour they are looking for from Sokoto is actually in their Sókóto what they are traveling to look for in a long distance, is righly with them.
From what I have seen about many Nigerians is that, they hate themselves and like to suffer. Many may think people actions are born out of the ignorance but NO! it is just sheer wickedness to themselves.

Rate at which some people on this platform believing in Ibrahim Taore than do everything possible to see Mr Sowore becomes Nigeria President really called for special research. We can all do better, if we take it as a duty to start enlightening the people about democracy not the one practicing presently in Nigeria but one that is embedded in African Action Congress (AAC) ideology , we will be doing people a lot of favor and as a result many will be getting loose from the shackle of the tribal, religious and political ignorance.
Ibrahim Taore is not my concern but wrong perspective to the democracy many are pushing out need to be honestly tackled and dismantled, if not they will throw us back to the dark age.

-Comrade Jegede Kehinde Olatunji.

AAC Lagos Chapter Calls Press Conference to Address Local Government Election Irregularities

AAC Lagos Chapter Calls Press Conference to Address Local Government Election Irregularities

The Lagos State chapter of the African Action Congress (AAC) has announced a press conference scheduled to take place on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.

The event will be held at Plot 16, Saratu Close, right after Araromi Bus Stop, Iyana Ipaja, Lagos.

According to the invitation signed by Folayemi Akinfolarin, Organizing Secretary, and Jedege Kehinde, State Secretary, the focus of the press briefing will be the state of local government elections in Lagos and what the party describes as the “lawlessness” of key state institutions.

Specifically, the AAC plans to address issues involving the Lagos State Government, the Lagos State House of Assembly, and the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC).

In their communication to the press, AAC officials expressed grave concerns over what they allege to be unconstitutional practices, disregard for due process, and manipulative tactics deployed by the state authorities to suppress genuine democratic processes at the local level.

The AAC leadership plans to use the platform to outline the ongoing injustices, propose corrective measures, and unveil new strategies to ensure that grassroots democracy is protected in Lagos State.

Members of the media, civil society groups, and the general public are encouraged to attend as the AAC reaffirms its commitment to transparent governance, electoral integrity, and the protection of the democratic rights of all Lagosians.

The press conference is anticipated to set the stage for broader political discussions ahead of upcoming local government polls and could signal heightened political activities in the state in the coming months.

Gombe Easter Tragedy: AAC Demands Investigation Into Billiri Truck Incident, Accuses Police of Cover-Up

Gombe Easter Tragedy: AAC Demands Investigation Into Billiri Truck Incident, Accuses Police of Cover-Up

The Gombe State Chapter of the African Action Congress (AAC) has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, demanding an immediate probe into the handling of the recent Easter tragedy in Billiri Local Government Area.

The party accused the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Billiri of shielding the driver responsible for the deadly incident and spreading false information to obstruct justice.

In a petition signed by the state chairman, Bobo Benson Bagwiba, and addressed to the Gombe State Commissioner of Police, the AAC expressed outrage over the DPO’s hasty and unverified claim that the accident was caused by a brake failure.

Copies of the petition were also sent to the Police Service Commission, the Zonal Assistant Inspector-General of Police, and the Director of the Department of State Services (DSS) in Gombe State.

The fatal incident, which occurred on April 21st during an Easter procession, saw a truck plow into a crowd of Christian worshippers, resulting in multiple deaths and numerous injuries.

According to the AAC, instead of conducting a thorough investigation, the DPO rushed to release a public statement attributing the crash to “suspected brake failure” without any technical assessment or expert analysis.

However, the narrative shifted days later on April 25th, when police formally charged the driver with causing death by dangerous and inconsiderate driving—effectively contradicting the initial claims.

The party criticized the DPO’s premature conclusion, arguing that it undermined the investigation, misled the public, and shielded the driver from immediate scrutiny. They further alleged that several eyewitnesses reported the driver intentionally targeted the procession, testimonies which the police allegedly ignored or failed to document properly.

“The DPO neglected basic investigative procedures, failed to secure the crime scene, preserve critical evidence, or uphold due process,” the petition said. “This amounts to dereliction of duty and gross misconduct.”

The AAC also accused the officer of breaching provisions of the Nigeria Police Act, 2020, citing violations of Section 4 (general duties of the police), Section 24 (conduct of officers), Section 32(1) (accountability), and Section 66(1) (offenses by police officers).

Additionally, the petition argued that the DPO’s actions violated constitutional rights under Section 14(2)(b) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which prioritizes citizens’ security and welfare, as well as Section 15(5), which mandates the elimination of corruption and abuse of power.

The party also referenced Section 39(1), which guarantees citizens the right to accurate information, criticizing the DPO for spreading falsehoods.

The AAC demanded the immediate redeployment of the Billiri DPO, disciplinary action in line with police service rules, an official public apology, and a comprehensive review of the police’s investigative failures regarding the case.

“This petition is not solely about punishing an officer; it is a call for justice, accountability, and institutional reform,” the AAC emphasized. “No police officer should be allowed to abuse their position. Justice demands transparency, and the people must trust that their safety will never be sacrificed for convenience or cover-ups.”

One Million Per State Will Dismantle the failed Establishment,” Says AAC Leader in Call for Mass Uprising

One Million Per State Will Dismantle the failed Establishment,” Says AAC Leader in Call for Mass Uprising

Ayoyinka Oni, the Lagos State Chairman of the African Action Congress (AAC), has taken to social media to urge Nigerians to reject what he describes as the “criminal merger” taking place among the country’s old political class.

In a post shared widely on Thursday via his X handle, Oni wrote, “Tomorrow we decamp. Not alone, together with the masses, for the masses and to the masses.”

He criticized the attention given to reports of a small group of defectors aligning with a major party, stating, “I don’t know why you are bothered about some useless crooks not more than 100 decamping to a party that has ruined your life for over 10 years. You should be happy the two criminal parties which were always one are merging.”

Oni, known for his activism and grassroots mobilization, emphasized the AAC’s commitment to a mass-oriented political revolution. He urged citizens to join the AAC in a collective effort to dismantle entrenched political structures, saying, “You better join the party for the masses #AACParty and let us bury our oppressors all together starting from the day we are ready.”

In a call for strategic numbers and mass action, he added, “250 million Nigerians are too much, one million per state is enough, trust me, they would run.”

“Would Nigerians Really See?” – Lagos AAC Secretary Jegede Questions Public Response to Defections Between ‘APCPDP’, Others

“Would Nigerians Really See?” – Lagos AAC Secretary Jegede Questions Public Response to Defections Between ‘APCPDP’, Others

The Lagos State Secretary of the African Action Congress (AAC), Jegede Kehinde Olatunji, has reacted to the recent wave of political defections going on in Nigeria, warning that tribal and religious sentiments are blinding the public from holding the ruling class accountable.

“Would Nigerians really see?” Jegede questioned via a social media post, in response to the mass defection of Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). “They have sold tribal barter to them and to deal with. Instead of them to agree that old politicians are the same, they busy singing tribal songs of abuse.”

The AAC Secretary also expressed deep concern over the growing ethnic and religious divisions in political discourse, especially on social media. “I don’t just know how some Nigerians [are] engrossing with tribalism. If you check social media now, the new trend is religion. All these are staged to keep them divided the more, for ruling class to get away with their impunity,” he added.

Jegede’s comments come amid a political shift in Delta State, where Governor Oborevwori, alongside his Deputy Sir Monday Onyeme, immediate past governor Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, several commissioners, House of Assembly members, local government chairmen, appointees, and PDP leaders, officially dumped the PDP and declared allegiance to the APC.

Insecurity Rooted in Inequality — I’ll End It as President, Says Sowore

Insecurity Rooted in Inequality — I’ll End It as President, Says Sowore

Human rights activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has vowed to end insecurity in Nigeria by addressing what he describes as its root cause — economic inequality.

In a recent interview with Symfoni, Sowore criticised the Nigerian political elite, accusing them of deliberately fostering poverty for personal gain while presiding over a corrupt and ineffective security system.

“They have failed and we have told Nigerian people, but they don’t want to listen to advice. They came here to take care of business — their own personal business,” he said.

Sowore declared that under his leadership, the Boko Haram insurgency would become a thing of the past. “If I am in their position at this time, there won’t be Boko Haram anymore,” he stated confidently. “We have to solve the problem by attacking the root cause. The root cause of insecurity is first and foremost inequality.”

He didn’t hold back in his criticism of Nigeria’s security leadership, accusing top officials of enabling criminality instead of stopping it. “The second aspect is to get our security agencies to do what security agencies do — not to be aiding and abetting criminality,” he added.

Sowore also stressed on the pattern of nepotism and lack of meritocracy within Nigeria’s military ranks. “We have all these military generals who don’t go to war. It is only in Nigeria that someone who has never fought in a war becomes a general in the army,” he said, noting that appointments are often based on ties to traditional rulers and religious leaders rather than military experience.

“You cannot have an IGP who is tired and ought to have retired and expect insecurity to end. It will not end,” he concluded.

2027: “Those Pushing Coalition Are Secretly Backing Tinubu,” Sowore

2027: “Those Pushing Coalition Are Secretly Backing Tinubu,” Sowore

Human rights activist and former Presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore has fired back at Kenneth Okonkwo over his recent comments advocating for a political coalition ahead of the 2027 elections.

Okonkwo, in a statement published on Rueben Abati’s blog, claimed that anyone opposed to forming a coalition is an agent of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

In a sharp response, Sowore dismissed the coalition talk as a deceptive strategy, accusing Okonkwo and others of pretending to fight Tinubu while quietly working in his interest.

According to Sowore, many of the same figures pushing for unity among opposition parties are former members of the APC or have since aligned with the ruling party, making their intentions highly questionable, Sowore stated:

“They have resumed their gimmicks, meanwhile they are the ones @OfficialAPCNg is utilizing to eradicate genuine opposition to @officialABAT. @RealKenOkonkwo originated from @OfficialAPCNg, joined NgLabour party, and departed suddenly. Many of them, elected NgLabour personnel, joined OfficialAPCNg, not even those previously from OfficialPDPNig returned to their former allegiance. They are forming a spurious coalition, feigning interest in ousting a man they are all clandestinely supporting.”

APC Can’t Win a Free and Fair Election, Says AAC’s Chukwunyere

APC Can’t Win a Free and Fair Election, Says AAC’s Chukwunyere

Comrade Onyinye-Ghandi Chukwunyere, spokesperson for AAC National Chairman Omoyele Sowore, has declared that the ruling APC cannot win a free and fair election due to its poor governance record.

In an interview with Independent, Chukwunyere dismissed APC’s perceived dominance as “a myth” upheld by beneficiaries of the current system.

He cited rising inflation (33.2%), underreported unemployment, and worsening insecurity (15,000 kidnappings in 2024), accusing APC of manipulating institutions like INEC and the judiciary.

Chukwunyere referenced a poll showing 78% disapproval of President Tinubu’s performance and emphasized AAC’s focus on mobilizing Nigerians rather than relying on flawed electoral systems. He believes 2027 could be a turning point if citizens demand accountability.

Drawing parallels to EndSARS and the Arab Spring, he pointed out AAC’s commitment to grassroots organizing, insisting that APC’s power rests on voter apathy and institutional capture—not genuine support.

“Tinubu and the APC are not invincible,” he said. “The people have the power to change the system.”

“Resist Political Oppressors This Easter”, Sowore Tells Nigerians

“Resist Political Oppressors This Easter”, Sowore Tells Nigerians

Human rights activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has urged Nigerians to reject the traditional religious messages of forgiveness and redemption that will be preached by the political oppressors during this Easter.

In a statement shared on his social media platforms, Sowore urged Nigerians not to be swayed by what he described as “false statements” from their oppressors.

“Happy Easter ALL!” Sowore began in his post. “Our oppressors are still going to issue false statements lying to you that today is for forgiveness, redemption & rejuvenation.”

He continued with a firm call to action, challenging the core values often emphasized during Easter celebrations. “Don’t forgive them, they’re not redeemable, and the only path to rejuvenation is #RevolutionNow,” Sowore declared.

The Easter period, celebrated by Christians around the world to mark the resurrection of Jesus Christ, is typically accompanied by messages promoting peace, hope, and forgiveness.

Sowore’s message, however, calls for political awakening and revolutionary change rather than spiritual reflection.

Sowore, founder of the #RevolutionNow movement and publisher of SaharaReporters, has remained a vocal critic of successive Nigerian governments. His message appears to be a continued reflection of his stance on social justice, government accountability, and the need for systemic transformation in the country.

Lagos AAC Chairman Ayoyinka Oni to Join Political Roundtable Dialogue on Local Government Elections

Lagos AAC Chairman Ayoyinka Oni to Join Political Roundtable Dialogue on Local Government Elections

The Chairman of the African Action Congress (AAC) in Lagos State, Ayoyinka Oni, is set to participate in a roundtable dialogue alongside other political party chairmen in Lagos.

The discussion will focus on the forthcoming Local Government elections as well as other pressing issues affecting the state.

The event, organized to foster political engagement and deepen democratic discourse at the grassroots level, will bring together stakeholders from various political parties.

Participants are expected to deliberate on electoral preparedness, governance challenges, and collaborative solutions for enhancing transparency and accountability in local administration.

The roundtable will be broadcast live on News Central and is scheduled for:

Time: 11:00 AM WAT

Date: Thursday, April 17th, 2025

Channels: DSTV Channel 422, StarTimes Channel 274, GOtv Channel 23

Online Streaming: YouTube – News Central

The AAC, known for its progressive stance on governance and social justice, is expected to present its position on inclusive political participation and grassroots development during the discussion.