Prominent activist, publisher, and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has stirred fresh political debate after declaring that the political career of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has effectively reached its end. Sowore made the claim while reacting to recent remarks attributed to Wike, which he described as emotional, confrontational, and politically damaging.
Sowore’s comments were made during an interview reported by SYMFONI TV on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. In the interview, the activist argued that Wike’s recent public outbursts, particularly those in which Sowore’s name was mentioned, reflected deep frustration and a loss of political composure. According to him, such behavior is often a sign that a politician’s influence and relevance are rapidly declining.
Speaking bluntly, Sowore recalled that he had predicted this outcome well ahead of time. He insisted that Wike’s decision to publicly lash out and drag his name into what he described as an irrational tirade marked a turning point that could not be reversed. “I was the one who said it in 2025, where he used my name in his madness; that’s the end of his political career, and nobody can revive it,” Sowore said.
According to Sowore, Nigerian politics has evolved beyond the era when aggressive rhetoric and intimidation could sustain political power. He argued that citizens are now more attentive to leadership conduct, temperament, and respect for democratic norms. In his view, leaders who resort to anger and verbal attacks often do so because they have lost moral authority and popular support.
Sowore further contended that Wike’s conduct has alienated a significant segment of the public, including young voters and civil society groups who demand accountability and restraint from public office holders. He said political influence is sustained by credibility and trust, not by threats or emotional reactions. “When a politician begins to shout, insult, and attack perceived critics, it usually means the end is near,” he added.
The former presidential candidate also framed the issue as part of a broader struggle between what he described as old-style politics and a growing demand for transparent governance. According to him, public office holders must understand that criticism is an essential part of democracy and should not be met with hostility. He maintained that intolerance for dissent is incompatible with modern democratic leadership.
Although Sowore did not provide specific details of the remarks he was reacting to, his comments appear to be linked to Wike’s recent responses to critics amid controversies surrounding the Federal Capital Territory administration and labour-related disputes. Wike, known for his combative political style, has repeatedly dismissed opponents and critics in strong language, a pattern that continues to draw mixed reactions across the political landscape.
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