Twenty local government chairmen, state executive, and aggrieved members of the African Action Congress (AAC) in Kogi have unanimously passed a VOTE OF NO CONFIDENCE on the state chairman, Ojodomo Musa Thomas, and the state executive of AAC while adopting Hon. Orunja Gilbert as the new acting chairman.
Released in a report by the party’s faithful, Hon. Apeh Kelvin Abuchi, Ojodomo was ousted from his position on the grounds of impersonating as the Governorship Candidate of the party during the last Kogi election; flouting the rules and decisions of the party; engaging in dishonest practices; defrauding the party; carrying out anti-party activities, and monopolising the party amidst other negligent acts.
While all executive positions at the state level were resolved, other states’ positions were left pending when their congress elections hold.
There to witness the event was the Independent National Electoral Commission(INEC) and the Police Force.
The African Action Congress (AAC), in the buildup of the upcoming Ondo state Gubernatorial election, has publicly denied its involvement in the endorsement of the People’s Democratic Party, Eyitayo Jegede.
This was released in a press statement signed by the party’s National chairman, Omoyele Sowore.
According to the release, claims of endorsement by AAC was a false publication as such an act went against the principles of the party.
“Our attention has been drawn to a false publication across the media about 11 political parties endorsing PDP’s candidate, Eyitayo Jegede, in the forthcoming Ondo gubernatorial election in which our dear party, AAC, was also falsely reported to be part of the unholy endorsement.
We want to make it categorically clear and loud that as a revolutionary party, we are not and will never be part of an alliance or endorsement which only objective and goal is to continue to weaponise poverty and keep Nigerians in 21st-century slavery. We distance our party completely from this unholy alliance and also want to use this opportunity to appeal to all members and supporters of our dear party including the general public to disregard the information being peddled around the media space.
The African Action Congress is a party of oppressed Nigerians (poor and working people) and will continue to fight and stand with the masses.
Series of branch meetings were held all over Lagos by African Action Congress (AAC) engineered towards liberating Nigeria from the hands of political buccaneers and economic saboteurs and their thieving cronies.
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The African Action Congress (AAC) Party has decided to boycott the 2020 Edo elections in protest of INEC unlawful exclusion of her party and its candidate.
This was released in a statement by the state party chairman, Comrade J.C. Hafiz Lawal today.
According to him, the Edo State Chapter of the African Action Congress (AAC) has resolved in solidarity, to sit at home & boycott the election in reaction to the protest.
He says: “As enshrined in Nigeria’s Constitution, every Nigerian from across tribes, religion, race, colour, sex, and on the required age bracket is eligible to contest for elective positions in Nigeria. However, this is not the case for African Action Congress (AAC) and Hon.Isokpan Edith when INEC, after the party’s primaries, refused to enlist the party for the Edo state election; a situation that has been challenged in the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja.
We believe we will get justice in court over the unlawful exclusion of the party/candidate, even if there is gross frustration in the justice system in Nigeria.
Our demands are simple, return AAC and its candidate to the ballot, and pay the damages of having the party lose teaming members to the opposition parties.
Once again, the party in the state will be sitting at home and boycotting the Edo election tomorrow. Victory is Certain!”
Kayode Babayomi, the Oyo State Chairman of the African Action Congress (AAC), has made it clear that the party’s allegiance lies firmly with the Nigerian people rather than with established political elites.
In an exclusive interview with Rukiyat Ogunwade, Babayomi addressed questions regarding potential alliances or mergers with other political parties.
He unequivocally dismissed any possibility of partnering with what he described as “failed” political actors.
“I like to reiterate that the AAC is a people’s party founded on the ideals of justice, equity, and genuine transformation,” Babayomi stated. “And as such, any alliance or merger ahead of the 2027 elections will not be with politicians or political parties whose track records are steeped in perennial failure, betrayal, and recycled deception.”
He emphasized that the party’s real strength lies in its bond with everyday Nigerians, particularly those often left out of the political process. “Rather, our alliance is with the Nigerian masses who are the market women and hustling men, the unemployed youth in their millions, the forgotten farmers, and every citizen yearning for a new Nigeria,” he said.
Babayomi concluded on a hopeful note, expressing confidence in the people’s power to bring about change: “It is with the people we shall merge; it is with their collective will that we shall forge victory to take over this country and lead the Nigerian people to enjoy the dividends of democracy.”
Following the suspension of Justice Inyang Ekwo by the National Judicial Council (NJC) over misconduct, activist and former Presidential Candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has spoken out, stating that the judge was involved in the politically motivated attempt to hijack the party in 2019.
Justice Ekwo, according to Sowore, played a key role in an attempt to hijack the AAC party in 2019.
Sowore made it known that Justice Ekwo played a central role in the legal maneuver used by former Rivers State Governor, now FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike attempt to hijack the AAC. “Justice Inyang Ekwo was the judge utilized by Gov. (Now FCT Minister) Nyesom Wike in 2019 to hijack our party, the AAC. He’s brazen about his corruption,” Sowore said in a post on his social media handle.
He further described the broader state of Nigeria’s judiciary, especially at the Federal High Court in Abuja, as deeply compromised. “There are numerous judges in Nigeria… who are unfit to administer justice. The unfortunate reality is that they have caused irreparable damage to the justice system,” he said.
Sowore emphasized that it took three years of persistent legal battles to reclaim control of the AAC, crediting human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong for the victory.
The African Action Congress (AAC) has criticized President Bola Tinubu, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Lagos State House of Assembly, and the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC), accusing them of working together to weaken the independence of local governments.
This comes despite a recent Supreme Court ruling that clearly supports the right of local governments to run their own affairs.
In a statement issued by AAC Lagos Chairman Ayoyinka Oni and signed by State Secretary Jedege Kehinde, the party condemned what it called a “calculated effort” by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and LASIEC to frustrate the implementation of genuine local government autonomy.
“This is a blatant disregard for the Supreme Court judgment which affirms the constitutional right of local governments to operate independently,” the statement read. “If no one else can govern a state where there’s an elected governor, why then should any person oversee local governments when there are elected chairmen?”
AAC pointed to the attempt by the Lagos State House of Assembly to pass a bill that would have empowered the governor to appoint Mayors to head Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs).
According to the statement, this move was thwarted only after a public backlash during a legislative hearing, where the AAC and other civic voices pushed back strongly.
The party also criticised the clandestine passage of a new Lagos State Electoral Law on January 9, 2025, which reportedly occurred while the House was on recess. Governor Sanwo-Olu signed the law the following day, prompting the AAC to decry what it described as a lack of transparency and public engagement.
“It is a big disappointment,” the AAC stated, recounting how the LASIEC Chair told the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) that the law had been passed and signed without public knowledge. “When asked for a copy, she said we should go and buy it—because she herself bought the copy she uses. Since when did laws become commodities for sale? These are documents that should be accessible to the public.”
AAC also denounced the introduction of administrative fees for candidates seeking to contest in the upcoming local government elections. The party argued that LASIEC’s decision, supported only by the APC, was both unconstitutional and exclusionary, noting that 18 other IPAC member parties had rejected the fees.
“LASIEC is not a revenue-generating agency. Budgetary allocations have already been made for the election. This move will only disenfranchise capable candidates who want to serve but cannot afford the cost,” the statement read.
Further expressing concerns over election security, the AAC questioned LASIEC’s readiness to prevent electoral violence—an issue that has plagued previous polls in Lagos.
“We will not accept elections engulfed with violence, malpractice, and partisanship. If LASIEC cannot assure a level playing ground, we will not hesitate to seek political and legal redress,” the party warned.
Additionally, the AAC criticised the state government’s continued recognition of LCDAs, which are not constitutionally backed, asserting that only the 20 constitutionally recognised local governments have legal standing.
“No state has the power to create new local governments outside the constitutional process. That is a national issue that requires constitutional amendment,” AAC said.
Calling on Lagosians to reject what it described as an “illegal arrangement,” the party rallied public support.
“We invite all well-meaning Lagosians to rise and reject this constitutional violation. We must liberate Lagos from those who refuse to allow it to grow,” the statement concluded.
The African Action Congress (AAC) has criticized President Bola Tinubu, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Lagos State House of Assembly, and the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC), accusing them of working together to weaken the independence of local governments.
This comes despite a recent Supreme Court ruling that clearly supports the right of local governments to run their own affairs.
In a statement issued by AAC Lagos Chairman Ayoyinka Oni and signed by State Secretary Jedege Kehinde, the party condemned what it called a “calculated effort” by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and LASIEC to frustrate the implementation of genuine local government autonomy.
“This is a blatant disregard for the Supreme Court judgment which affirms the constitutional right of local governments to operate independently,” the statement read. “If no one else can govern a state where there’s an elected governor, why then should any person oversee local governments when there are elected chairmen?”
AAC pointed to the attempt by the Lagos State House of Assembly to pass a bill that would have empowered the governor to appoint Mayors to head Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs).
According to the statement, this move was thwarted only after a public backlash during a legislative hearing, where the AAC and other civic voices pushed back strongly.
The party also criticised the clandestine passage of a new Lagos State Electoral Law on January 9, 2025, which reportedly occurred while the House was on recess. Governor Sanwo-Olu signed the law the following day, prompting the AAC to decry what it described as a lack of transparency and public engagement.
“It is a big disappointment,” the AAC stated, recounting how the LASIEC Chair told the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) that the law had been passed and signed without public knowledge. “When asked for a copy, she said we should go and buy it—because she herself bought the copy she uses. Since when did laws become commodities for sale? These are documents that should be accessible to the public.”
AAC also denounced the introduction of administrative fees for candidates seeking to contest in the upcoming local government elections. The party argued that LASIEC’s decision, supported only by the APC, was both unconstitutional and exclusionary, noting that 18 other IPAC member parties had rejected the fees.
“LASIEC is not a revenue-generating agency. Budgetary allocations have already been made for the election. This move will only disenfranchise capable candidates who want to serve but cannot afford the cost,” the statement read.
Further expressing concerns over election security, the AAC questioned LASIEC’s readiness to prevent electoral violence—an issue that has plagued previous polls in Lagos.
“We will not accept elections engulfed with violence, malpractice, and partisanship. If LASIEC cannot assure a level playing ground, we will not hesitate to seek political and legal redress,” the party warned.
Additionally, the AAC criticised the state government’s continued recognition of LCDAs, which are not constitutionally backed, asserting that only the 20 constitutionally recognised local governments have legal standing.
“No state has the power to create new local governments outside the constitutional process. That is a national issue that requires constitutional amendment,” AAC said.
Calling on Lagosians to reject what it described as an “illegal arrangement,” the party rallied public support.
“We invite all well-meaning Lagosians to rise and reject this constitutional violation. We must liberate Lagos from those who refuse to allow it to grow,” the statement concluded.
The African Action Congress (AAC) has declared itself the only true opposition party in Nigeria, following what it describes as the defection of yet another political figure to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Adeyeye Olorunfemi, the National Publicity Secretary of the AAC, took to his social media platform to react to the reported defection of Ifeanyi Okowa, the former Delta State governor and vice-presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 elections.
According to Olorunfemi, Okowa joined the APC after being blackmailed with corruption charges by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), which he referred to as “Tinubu’s EFCC.”
In his post, Olorunfemi stated: “Okowa, Atiku’s VP has joined the APC after being blackmailed with corruption charges by Tinubu’s EFCC. AAC is the only opposition in Nigeria!”
Olorunfemi’s remarks come amid growing concerns over the erosion of opposition voices in Nigeria’s political space. He emphasized that the defection of key figures from the PDP, which was once regarded as the main opposition party, shows the party’s compromise and inability to withstand pressure from the ruling government.
Olorunfemi reiterated that the AAC remains committed to its foundational principles of justice, transparency, and revolutionary change, asserting that it is now the only party standing firm against the ruling elite.
He accused the political establishment of weaponizing state institutions like the EFCC to intimidate and absorb opposition politicians into the fold of the APC.
The current development in our political landscape, particularly in Nigeria concerning how some individuals are trying to legitimate military rule in Burkina Faso and making frantic effort to encourage men in Khaki to take over government here, doesn’t only call for concern but need to be looked into by all that genuinely love the country.
Many of these people don’t really know what democracy means and the effort we made before we were able to send military away and many lives that were lost. Apart from the aforementioned events that led to the democracy rule in Nigeria, people should be able to weigh the merits of the democracy before embarking on the part of destruction.
I don’t have issue with whether Ibrahim Taore is performing or not, my stand remains recognition of the democracy over any form of government that can easily violate human rights.
It is not funny seeing, so called “Pro democracy” whitewashing and praising military junter in Nigeria. “Government of the people by the people and for the people” which is the democracy, have given us an opportunity of the periodic election, that we can reject unpopular government or political party that is making anti- people policies. Instead of the Nigerians to come together and reject all these people that represent their selfish interests, they are busy echoing the praise of the dictator in foreign land, so as to aid military coup in the country.
It is obvious that many are not interested in the well being of Nigeria. A country endowed with people like Mr Sowore Omoyele (Babayele) and people like us, they still find it difficult to see that, saviour they are looking for from Sokoto is actually in their Sókóto what they are traveling to look for in a long distance, is righly with them. From what I have seen about many Nigerians is that, they hate themselves and like to suffer. Many may think people actions are born out of the ignorance but NO! it is just sheer wickedness to themselves.
Rate at which some people on this platform believing in Ibrahim Taore than do everything possible to see Mr Sowore becomes Nigeria President really called for special research. We can all do better, if we take it as a duty to start enlightening the people about democracy not the one practicing presently in Nigeria but one that is embedded in African Action Congress (AAC) ideology , we will be doing people a lot of favor and as a result many will be getting loose from the shackle of the tribal, religious and political ignorance. Ibrahim Taore is not my concern but wrong perspective to the democracy many are pushing out need to be honestly tackled and dismantled, if not they will throw us back to the dark age.
The Lagos State chapter of the African Action Congress (AAC) has announced a press conference scheduled to take place on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.
The event will be held at Plot 16, Saratu Close, right after Araromi Bus Stop, Iyana Ipaja, Lagos.
According to the invitation signed by Folayemi Akinfolarin, Organizing Secretary, and Jedege Kehinde, State Secretary, the focus of the press briefing will be the state of local government elections in Lagos and what the party describes as the “lawlessness” of key state institutions.
Specifically, the AAC plans to address issues involving the Lagos State Government, the Lagos State House of Assembly, and the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC).
In their communication to the press, AAC officials expressed grave concerns over what they allege to be unconstitutional practices, disregard for due process, and manipulative tactics deployed by the state authorities to suppress genuine democratic processes at the local level.
The AAC leadership plans to use the platform to outline the ongoing injustices, propose corrective measures, and unveil new strategies to ensure that grassroots democracy is protected in Lagos State.
Members of the media, civil society groups, and the general public are encouraged to attend as the AAC reaffirms its commitment to transparent governance, electoral integrity, and the protection of the democratic rights of all Lagosians.
The press conference is anticipated to set the stage for broader political discussions ahead of upcoming local government polls and could signal heightened political activities in the state in the coming months.
The Gombe State Chapter of the African Action Congress (AAC) has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, demanding an immediate probe into the handling of the recent Easter tragedy in Billiri Local Government Area.
The party accused the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Billiri of shielding the driver responsible for the deadly incident and spreading false information to obstruct justice.
In a petition signed by the state chairman, Bobo Benson Bagwiba, and addressed to the Gombe State Commissioner of Police, the AAC expressed outrage over the DPO’s hasty and unverified claim that the accident was caused by a brake failure.
Copies of the petition were also sent to the Police Service Commission, the Zonal Assistant Inspector-General of Police, and the Director of the Department of State Services (DSS) in Gombe State.
The fatal incident, which occurred on April 21st during an Easter procession, saw a truck plow into a crowd of Christian worshippers, resulting in multiple deaths and numerous injuries.
According to the AAC, instead of conducting a thorough investigation, the DPO rushed to release a public statement attributing the crash to “suspected brake failure” without any technical assessment or expert analysis.
However, the narrative shifted days later on April 25th, when police formally charged the driver with causing death by dangerous and inconsiderate driving—effectively contradicting the initial claims.
The party criticized the DPO’s premature conclusion, arguing that it undermined the investigation, misled the public, and shielded the driver from immediate scrutiny. They further alleged that several eyewitnesses reported the driver intentionally targeted the procession, testimonies which the police allegedly ignored or failed to document properly.
“The DPO neglected basic investigative procedures, failed to secure the crime scene, preserve critical evidence, or uphold due process,” the petition said. “This amounts to dereliction of duty and gross misconduct.”
The AAC also accused the officer of breaching provisions of the Nigeria Police Act, 2020, citing violations of Section 4 (general duties of the police), Section 24 (conduct of officers), Section 32(1) (accountability), and Section 66(1) (offenses by police officers).
Additionally, the petition argued that the DPO’s actions violated constitutional rights under Section 14(2)(b) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which prioritizes citizens’ security and welfare, as well as Section 15(5), which mandates the elimination of corruption and abuse of power.
The party also referenced Section 39(1), which guarantees citizens the right to accurate information, criticizing the DPO for spreading falsehoods.
The AAC demanded the immediate redeployment of the Billiri DPO, disciplinary action in line with police service rules, an official public apology, and a comprehensive review of the police’s investigative failures regarding the case.
“This petition is not solely about punishing an officer; it is a call for justice, accountability, and institutional reform,” the AAC emphasized. “No police officer should be allowed to abuse their position. Justice demands transparency, and the people must trust that their safety will never be sacrificed for convenience or cover-ups.”
Ayoyinka Oni, the Lagos State Chairman of the African Action Congress (AAC), has taken to social media to urge Nigerians to reject what he describes as the “criminal merger” taking place among the country’s old political class.
In a post shared widely on Thursday via his X handle, Oni wrote, “Tomorrow we decamp. Not alone, together with the masses, for the masses and to the masses.”
He criticized the attention given to reports of a small group of defectors aligning with a major party, stating, “I don’t know why you are bothered about some useless crooks not more than 100 decamping to a party that has ruined your life for over 10 years. You should be happy the two criminal parties which were always one are merging.”
Oni, known for his activism and grassroots mobilization, emphasized the AAC’s commitment to a mass-oriented political revolution. He urged citizens to join the AAC in a collective effort to dismantle entrenched political structures, saying, “You better join the party for the masses #AACParty and let us bury our oppressors all together starting from the day we are ready.”
In a call for strategic numbers and mass action, he added, “250 million Nigerians are too much, one million per state is enough, trust me, they would run.”
The Lagos State Secretary of the African Action Congress (AAC), Jegede Kehinde Olatunji, has reacted to the recent wave of political defections going on in Nigeria, warning that tribal and religious sentiments are blinding the public from holding the ruling class accountable.
“Would Nigerians really see?” Jegede questioned via a social media post, in response to the mass defection of Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). “They have sold tribal barter to them and to deal with. Instead of them to agree that old politicians are the same, they busy singing tribal songs of abuse.”
The AAC Secretary also expressed deep concern over the growing ethnic and religious divisions in political discourse, especially on social media. “I don’t just know how some Nigerians [are] engrossing with tribalism. If you check social media now, the new trend is religion. All these are staged to keep them divided the more, for ruling class to get away with their impunity,” he added.
Jegede’s comments come amid a political shift in Delta State, where Governor Oborevwori, alongside his Deputy Sir Monday Onyeme, immediate past governor Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, several commissioners, House of Assembly members, local government chairmen, appointees, and PDP leaders, officially dumped the PDP and declared allegiance to the APC.
