- Lere Olayinka, media aide to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, has accused activist Omoyele Sowore of owning a $552,000 (about N885m) mansion in the U.S.
- He also alleged that Sowore is the sole proprietor of the African Action Congress, the party he used to contest the 2023 presidential election.
Lere Olayinka, media aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has leveled allegations against human rights activist Omoyele Sowore.
In a post shared on his verified X handle on Friday, Olayinka claimed that Sowore owns a mansion worth $552,000 (approximately N885 million) in the United States.
He further alleged that the Sahara Reporters publisher is the sole owner of the African Action Congress (AAC), the political party under which he ran for president in the 2023 general elections.
“Sowore is the Chairman of AAC political party. He is Presidential Candidate of AAC. He is Financial Secretary of AAC. In fact, he is Sole Proprietor of ACC.
“He owns mansion worth $552,000.00 (about N885m) in the US. Na CASHTIVIST Sowore be that. Reason his party members suspended him for CORRUPTION,” he claimed.
In other news…. Afrobeats continues to reshape the global music scene, and this time, Ayra Starr is leading the charge.
Spotify has recognized the Nigerian singer as the top female Afrobeats artist over the past year, describing her as “the pop star of Afrobeats.”
At just 22, Ayra Starr’s career has skyrocketed, thanks to a string of hit singles and high-profile collaborations that have solidified her as one of the genre’s most influential voices.
Following her closely is Grammy-winning Tems, whose emotive vocals resonate worldwide. American-Cameroonian sensation Libianca claimed the third spot, while Malian-French star Aya Nakamura and UK-based artist Darkoo rounded out the top five.
A surprising omission from the list was South African breakout Tyla, despite her recent global Afrobeats accolades.
Spotify also released its ranking of the Top 5 Afrobeats Artists in Latin America, highlighting Nigeria’s dominance. Leading the pack is Rema, riding the wave of the international success of Calm Down. Ayra Starr followed in second place, demonstrating her versatility, while CKay’s enduring hit Love Nwantiti landed him third.
Burna Boy and Wizkid, two of Afrobeats’ biggest names, completed the list, giving Nigeria a clean sweep.
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