According to a report by Channels Television on Monday, May 11, 2026, former presidential candidate and human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has criticised the growing political coalitions being formed ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing them as groups mainly driven by the desire to gain political power.
Sowore made the remarks during an interview on Channels Television’s programme, The Morning Brief, on Monday.
His comments come at a time when several opposition politicians and political groups are engaging in discussions and alliances aimed at challenging the ruling All Progressives Congress in the next election cycle.
According to Sowore, many of the politicians involved in the new political alignments are individuals who have been part of Nigeria’s political system for several years.
He argued that the coalitions do not represent a fresh political direction capable of addressing the country’s long-standing challenges.
The activist maintained that many Nigerians have become more politically aware and may not easily accept alliances formed by politicians who have previously occupied major political positions in government.
He explained that political coalitions should be judged not only by their promises but also by the records and backgrounds of the people involved in them.
The current political alignments among opposition figures have attracted attention in recent months as preparations for the 2027 elections gradually intensify
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