Nigeria Why Omoyele Sowore Supports Tinubu’s State of Emergency in Rivers

Omoyele Sowore supports Tinubu’s state of emergency in Rivers State, claiming it could spark a revolution. Sowore advocates for a national awakening and systemic change, dismissing political alliances with key figures.

Activist Omoyele Sowore has expressed support for President Bola Tinubu’s recent declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, which involved suspending all elected authorities. Sowore, speaking on Channels Television, emphasized his belief that the chaos in the state could ignite a larger movement for change across Nigeria.

While he rejected political alliances, particularly those between the state's political figures, Sowore argued that the declaration could force Nigerians out of their complacency, potentially triggering a revolution. His statement, while controversial, underscores his ongoing advocacy for systemic change, even as critics voice concerns over the suspension of democracy in the state.