Former Minister of Power and Steel, Elder Wole Oyelese, has launched a grassroots political movement called the Masses Coalition for Nigeria. In a statement released on Tuesday, Oyelese said the coalition was born out of widespread frustration with Nigeria's political class and the perceived neglect of ordinary citizens. He criticized existing parties for prioritizing internal power struggles and elite interests over the needs of the people. "No political party has put consideration of the masses on the front burner, beyond rhetorics," Oyelese stated.
He described the coalition as a "credible third force" aimed at reshaping Nigeria's political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections. The movement, he said, is not anti-government or anti-party but "pro-people," seeking to rebalance governance toward inclusivity and justice. Oyelese warned that persistent hardship and exclusion could lead to deeper societal reorganization, calling the current situation a "moral volcano" that must not erupt. "The masses may be scattered, but they are not powerless," he said.
Oyelese emphasized that the coalition is driven by necessity, not personal ambition, and aims to place everyday Nigerians at the center of national discourse.
Elder Wole Oyelese's entry into grassroots mobilization reflects a growing disillusionment with Nigeria's political establishment, particularly among those who feel excluded from power. His claim that no party truly represents the masses resonates with widespread economic discontent under President Bola Tinubu's administration. If the Masses Coalition gains traction, it could challenge the dominance of the APC and PDP by consolidating protest votes in 2027. The real test will be whether a movement rooted in moral appeal can translate frustration into organized political force.
