Popular Nigerian comedian Francis Agoda, widely known as I Go Die, has taken a swipe at Nigerian politicians for recycling what he describes as “manipulative” and outdated campaign tactics as the 2027 presidential election draws closer.
In a strongly worded Instagram post, the comedian cautioned Nigerians to be wary of politicians who suddenly display acts of humility in a bid to win public sympathy and votes.
“2027 dey near… Politicians don dey collect their white native from tailor hand,” he wrote. “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.”
I Go Die expressed deep frustration with what he called the public’s repeated gullibility, warning that many of these politicians vanish from public view once they secure power.
“But 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 said.
Referencing the political legacy of Nigeria’s founding leaders such as Obafemi Awolowo, he lamented that current politicians continue to rely on superficial gestures rather than genuine solutions or innovative thinking.
“Na the same format dem Awolowo use that year na una still dey use today. Zero creativity. Zero change. Na why Nigeria still dey where we dey,” the comedian added.
Concluding his post, I Go Die called for a shift in political leadership style: “We do not need actors, we need thinkers. We do not need visionary leaders, not recycled lies.”
His remarks have sparked conversation on social media, with many Nigerians echoing his concerns about the country’s political cycle and the need for authentic, progressive leadership.
