2027: “Amala Politics” – Sunday Igboho Fires Back At Sowore Over Tinubu Support

​IBADAN, Nigeria — The political atmosphere in the South-West took a sharp, confrontational turn on Tuesday as Yoruba nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, launched a blistering verbal attack on human rights activist Omoyele Sowore.

​The feud erupted following a viral video where Sowore, a former presidential candidate, accused certain regional influencers of practicing “transactional politics.” Sowore specifically took aim at Igboho’s recent leaning toward President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid, mocking the move as “Amala Politics”—a derogatory term for belly-driven, opportunistic activism.

​Responding through his media aide, Olayomi Koiki, Igboho did not hold back, dismissing Sowore’s comments as a desperate attempt to stay relevant.

​“We strongly reject the characterization of Igboho’s activism as transactional,” the statement read. “Such a myopic position misrepresents the intent and focus of our agitation.”

​Igboho argued that his primary concern remains the grassroots security of the South-West, citing the rising cases of farmer killings, highway kidnappings, and attacks on traditional rulers.

​In a move that turned the heat back on the “Revolution Now” convener, Igboho questioned Sowore’s own lifestyle and commitment to the masses.

​”Sowore’s claim of fighting for the masses contradicts his alleged daily lodging expenses of N450,000 at a popular Lagos hotel,” Igboho’s camp alleged.

​He further slammed Sowore for failing to organize protests to secure his freedom during his past legal battles, making it clear that he owes the activist no political loyalty.

​Igboho maintained that supporting President Tinubu is within his constitutional rights and is a strategic move to ensure the “collective interests” of the Yoruba people. He emphasized that he cannot be “compelled” to align with candidates like Peter Obi or Atiku Abubakar, nor will he join Sowore’s political platform.

​While Sowore continues to push for a nationwide revolution, Igboho’s camp insists their struggle is localized—focused on protecting “lives, land, and property” within the Yoruba territory.