Controversial activist Omoyele Sowore has stirred fresh debate with sharp criticism of religious leaders praying to uncourse Nigeria.
In a recent interview, Sowore declared, “You’ll see some religious leader praying to uncursing Nigeria, nobody cursed Nigeria, the problem of Nigeria is infront of me and you which is our leaders, if we can just remove these leaders, the curse will be removed immediately, prayers are not needed, actions are.”
The statement underscores his long-held view that governance failures, not spiritual curses, drive the country’s woes. Sowore, known for his radical stance against successive administrations, has repeatedly targeted President Bola Tinubu’s government. He previously urged Nigerians to visit shrines, mosques, and churches to curse Tinubu, Shettima, and Akpabio, describing them as wicked.
His latest remarks come as economic hardship, insecurity, and public frustration mount. Critics accuse him of inciting division, while supporters praise his bluntness in rejecting prayer-without-action culture.
Sowore’s history of confronting power includes multiple arrests and bold calls for revolution. He has dismissed opposition coalitions as fashion shows of recycled politicians, insisting only systemic removal of failed leaders can deliver progress.
Religious figures and some citizens have pushed back, advocating prayers alongside accountability. Yet Sowore remains unyielding, framing Nigeria’s challenges as man-made disasters perpetuated by elite greed and incompetence.
The activist’s comments have ignited online discourse, with many echoing his frustration over leadership while others warn against undermining faith. No immediate response from targeted leaders has emerged.
As debates rage, Sowore’s message reinforces a simple thesis: Nigeria needs concrete actions to oust underperforming leaders, not more invocations. Whether this resonates enough to spark change remains uncertain in the deeply polarized landscape.
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