Human Rights Activist, Omoyele Sowore has secured the presidential ticket of the African Action Congress (AAC) for the 2027 election after emerging unopposed at the party’s primary held on Tuesday in Abuja.
Mr Sowore received unanimous backing from delegates and party leaders at the exercise, reinforcing his dominance within the party as it prepares for the next electoral cycle.
He subsequently stepped down as the national chairman of the party after emerging as its consensus presidential candidate. He is also the founder of the party, which was established in 2018.
Speaking shortly after his emergence as the party’s flag bearer, Mr Sowore was presented with its flag amid cheers from supporters at the venue.
In his acceptance speech, the presidential candidate pledged to champion what he described as a “revolutionary change” capable of transforming Nigeria’s political and economic landscape.
He said the country must decisively confront corruption, unemployment, insecurity and poor governance, which he argued have continued to deepen hardship for millions of Nigerians, particularly young people.
According to him, the AAC was established to pursue the vision of a “new Nigeria” anchored on accountability, justice and people-centred governance.
The activist-turned-politician also thanked delegates from across the country for what he described as their resilience, sacrifice and unwavering belief in the ideals of the party despite political pressures.
This will be the third consecutive time Mr Sowore will contest the presidential election unchallenged on the platform of the AAC, the party he founded. In the 2019 presidential election, he polled 33,953 votes to finish fifth overall. In the 2023 election, he secured 14,608 votes.
Mr Sowore criticised the state of the nation’s economy, warning that persistent unemployment and corruption were undermining development and limiting opportunities for citizens.
He maintained that the AAC would continue to distinguish itself as a platform willing to openly confront national challenges without political compromise.
The AAC leader also dismissed the growing trend of opposition coalitions and alliances ahead of the 2027 elections, insisting that genuine political strength lies with grassroots supporters and committed party members rather than elite political arrangements
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This will be the third consecutive time Mr Sowore will contest the presidential election unchallenged on the platform of the AAC, the party he founded. In the 2019 presidential election, he polled 33,953 votes to finish fifth overall. In the 2023 election, he secured 14,608 votes.
Meanwhile, the AAC said it has commenced its Expression of Interest process for aspirants seeking elective positions ahead of the 2027 elections.
The party explained that the move forms part of efforts to deepen internal democracy, promote transparency and encourage wider participation in its political processes.
