Popular Nigerian comedian Francis Agoda, famously known as I Go Dye, has launched a scathing attack on Nigerian politicians, accusing them of faking humility to manipulate voters ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In a candid post on his Instagram page, the outspoken entertainer mocked the predictable pre-election theatrics, where politicians suddenly emerge from their political hideouts to mingle with ordinary Nigerians.
He described this act of buying roadside corn, eating at local food joints, and pretending to share in the struggles of the masses as nothing but a deceptive routine to win public sympathy.
“2027 dey near…Politicians don dey collect their white native from tailor hand,” he wrote in Pidgin English. “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 na their house.”
I Go Dye warned Nigerians not to be deceived by these familiar political stunts, noting that once elected, the same individuals often vanish until it’s time for the next election cycle.
“Fake humility just to win your heart. And guess what? People still dey fall for all dis. But once dem win, dem go disappear like spirit. You no go see dem again until next election,” he added.
The comedian, known for his satirical takes on national issues, lamented the lack of innovation in Nigerian politics, accusing leaders of recycling outdated tactics and offering no real solutions to the country’s problems.
“Same old script since 1960. No innovation, no sincerity,” he wrote. “Na why Nigeria still dey where we dey. Watch out, you go soon see dem Tinubu and Atiku for Onitsha market dey price okrika.”
He concluded by calling for a shift from theatrical politics to visionary leadership.
“We don’t need actors. We need thinkers. We no need recycled lies. We need visionary leaders.”
I Go Dye’s comments have sparked widespread reactions online, with many Nigerians applauding his courage to speak truth to power as the country inches closer to another defining election year.
