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Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has officially emerged as the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) ahead of the 2027 general election.
Sowore secured the party’s ticket during the AAC presidential primary held on Tuesday in Abuja, where delegates and party leaders unanimously endorsed his candidacy.
Following the announcement, he was presented with the party’s flag as supporters and members of the party celebrated his emergence with loud cheers and applause at the venue.
Speaking after accepting the nomination, Sowore stated that the AAC was established with the vision of creating a “new Nigeria,” while emphasizing the party’s commitment to tackling corruption, insecurity, poor governance, and the rising economic challenges facing Nigerians.
He also appreciated delegates from different parts of the country for their dedication, sacrifice, and continued belief in the ideals of the party.
The primary drew AAC members and delegates nationwide as political parties continue to intensify preparations ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Sowore’s arrival at the venue was welcomed by supporters who praised his long-standing activism and outspoken stance on governance, accountability, and social justice in Nigeria.
Before the primary election, Sowore had already confirmed his intention to contest the presidency again during an interview on Politics Today on Channels Television.
According to him, Nigeria needs a complete break from what he described as the “same failed political class.”
When asked whether he would be running in 2027, Sowore responded, “Yes. We have our party primaries next week.”
Despite expressing confidence ahead of the exercise, he noted at the time that the final decision would still rest in the hands of delegates and party members participating in the party’s primary election process.
