Sowore Calls Tinubu and Governors 'Godless' for Umrah Trip

Omoyele Sowore, the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, criticized President Bola Tinubu and five governors for their trip to Saudi Arabia to perform Umrah, referring to them as "godless people." Sowore expressed his discontent on his X handle, accusing Nigerian leaders of neglecting the country's issues while seeking religious solace abroad. He described them as "never-do-well" leaders, questioning their decision to attend a religious event in a developed country while Nigeria suffers from decay.

Sowore also alleged that Tinubu's trip was a cover for medical treatment, although he did not provide evidence for this claim. Tinubu departed Abuja on October 29, 2026, for Makkah, with the Presidency announcing the trip a day prior, stating that the President intended to pray for Nigeria.

The trip has sparked political reactions, including demands from former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar for daily updates on Tinubu's activities and questions from Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde regarding the necessity of the trip.