Popular Nigerian comedian, Francis Agoda, widely known as I Go Dye, has strongly criticised the behaviour of Nigerian politicians as the country approaches the 2027 general elections.
In an Instagram post, the comedian warned Nigerians to stay alert and not fall for the same old tricks politicians use during every election season.
He accused political aspirants of using fake humility to manipulate the public, especially during campaign periods. According to him, these politicians often pretend to care for the masses by engaging in everyday activities, only to vanish after winning.
“Fake humility everywhere”, I Go Dye speaks out
In his post, I Go Dye painted a familiar picture. He described how politicians, as elections draw near, suddenly begin dressing in traditional white attire, eating street food, and mingling with traders and market women to appear relatable. He claimed these acts are purely theatrical, meant to win over the hearts of struggling Nigerians.
“2027 dey near,” he wrote. “Politicians don dey collect their white native from tailor hand. Very soon now, you go begin see dem for roadside dey buy corn, dey help roast bole with women, enter market like say na dem suffer pass you, chop for mama, put like say na their house. Fake humility just to win your heart.”
History repeats itself, he says
I Go Dye expressed deep frustration over what he sees as a lack of progress in Nigeria’s political space. He said politicians have been recycling the same campaign strategies since independence in 1960, with little or no innovation. He also pointed out that voters continue to fall for these tactics, despite decades of disappointment.
“Once dem win, dem go disappear like spirit. You no go see dem again until next election. Same old script since 1960. No innovation, no sincerity,” he added.
The comedian compared today’s politicians to historic leaders like Obafemi Awolowo, noting that even after so many years, Nigerian politics still follows the same pattern. He blamed the country’s stagnation on the unwillingness of leaders to think differently and lead with honesty.
I Go Dye made a clear distinction between what Nigeria needs and what it currently has. He called on the public to reject “actors” and start supporting real “thinkers”, people who can bring new ideas, build systems, and improve lives beyond just making empty campaign promises.
“We do not need actors, we need thinkers,” he wrote. “We do not need visionary leaders, not recycled lies.”
His message struck a chord with many of his followers, some of whom echoed his frustrations in the comments. Others praised him for using his platform to speak truth to power and challenge the status quo.
This is not the first time I Go Dye has spoken out about Nigeria’s political system. Over the years, he has used his voice and art to challenge leaders and raise awareness about the realities faced by everyday Nigerians. His latest post continues that tradition, blending humour and blunt honesty to deliver a serious warning ahead of the 2027 elections.
As election activities slowly begin to pick up, his message serves as a reminder for citizens to be more discerning. He urged voters to look beyond surface-level displays of humility and question what real value a candidate brings to the table.
With the 2027 elections still two years away, the political atmosphere in Nigeria is already heating up. Public figures like I Go Dye are expected to play a crucial role in shaping conversations and challenging both politicians and voters to think differently.
For now, his message remains simple: Nigerians must wake up and stop accepting “recycled lies” as leadership.
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