Sowore Critiques Nigeria's Independence Amid Ongoing Struggles

Omoyele Sowore, the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, expressed that Nigerians cannot genuinely celebrate the country's 66th Independence Anniversary while millions remain in poverty, hunger, unemployment, and insecurity. In a post on X, Sowore emphasized that true independence is unattainable without freedom, dignity, justice, and equality for all citizens.

He noted that despite Nigeria's independence from British colonial rule in 1960, many citizens have yet to experience its fundamental benefits. Sowore criticized the state of education, healthcare, and electricity, accusing public officials of misappropriating resources.

He argued that Nigerians, who are hardworking and resilient, deserve more than mere ceremonial celebrations, advocating for equal rights and "revolutionary justice." He called for a country where workers earn a living wage, have access to quality education and healthcare, and enjoy reliable electricity, asserting that the challenges facing Nigeria stem from the failure of successive governments to utilize the country's resources effectively.