2023 Presidency: Just Like Peter Obi, Sowore Commences Campaign in Kano, Makes New Pledge

2023 Presidency: Just Like Peter Obi, Sowore Commences Campaign in Kano, Makes New Pledge

  • The African Action Congress (AAC) has said that its mission is to liberate Nigeria from many challenges facing its people
  • In the buildup of the 2023 general elections, the party noted that its structures and programmes are inspired by the struggles and aspirations of Nigerians
  • Meanwhile, the presidential campaign of top publisher turned politician, Omoyele Sowore commenced on Saturday, October 29, in Kano state

The presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, on Saturday, October 29, commenced his presidential campaign in the ancient city of Kano in what was described as the “People’s Assembly”.

The event which took place at the Kano Anti-Corruption Institute in the heart of the city was packed with supporters of the party, The Punch reported.

Sahara Reporters publisher, the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, Kano state
Sowore launched his presidential campaign in Kano on Saturday, October 29, promising liberation. Photo credit: @Officialsoliu
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Sowore makes fresh promise

Sowore, who introduced the manifesto of the party, was accompanied by his vice presidential candidate, Garba Magashi, and the governorship candidate of the party, Sani Yakasai.

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The AAC, in a statement by its spokesperson, Onyinye-Gandhi Chukwunyere, on Saturday, assured Nigerians of “liberty on the ballot.”

“From the great city of Kano where we launched our liberation campaign today (Saturday), we’ll traverse the length and breadth of our country, inspiring and uniting our people for the very important task of flushing out corrupt politicians and redeeming the country,” Chukwunyere said.

Sowore mocks Peter Obi for celebrating US honourary award

The presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore has hit out at his counterpart of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, Legit.ng reports.

Peter Obi earlier today celebrated another milestone after he was conferred honourary citizenship in Dallas by the Mayor of Texas, Eric Johnson.

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The former Anambra state governor, while reflecting on his latest achievement, said via his Twitter handle:

"Today in Dallas Texas United States, I met with the Mayor of Dallas and his team. I had the privilege of being conferred with the honorary citizenship of Dallas. I also met with a select group of Texas Judges.-PO"

Sowore makes huge claim about Peter Obi's Presidential Ambition, leaks top secret

The presidential candidate for the African Action Congress, Omoyele Sowore, has described how he helped his colleague in the Labour Party, Peter Obi, reach his ambition of flying the party's flag.

Sowore who has been a constant critic of Obi said the Labour Party had earlier had a crisis over the possible emergence of the former governor as its 2023 presidential candidate.

The Punch reports that Sowore said this while speaking at the memorial lecture held in honour of late Chief Gani Fawehinmi in Lagos on Monday, September 5.

Source: Legit.ng

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Esther Odili (Politics and Current Affairs Editor) Esther Odili is a journalist and a Politics/Current Affairs Editor at Legit.ng with 6+ years of experience. She Holds OND and HND in Mass Communication from the Nigerian Institue of Journalism (NIJ), where she was recognized as the best student in print journalism in 2018. Before joining Legit.ng, Esther has worked with other reputable media houses, such as the New Telegraph newspaper and Galaxy Television. In 2024, Esther obtained a certificate in advanced digital reporting from the Google News Initiative. Email: esther.odili@corp.legit.ng.