Sowore calls N500k minimum wage opposition wickedness as economic policy
Omoyele Sowore, the 2027 presidential candidate for the African Action Congress (AAC), denounced opposition to his proposed N500,000 minimum wage as 'wickedness' that has become economic policy. Speaking on X on September 14, 2026, Sowore accused Nigerians who reject the wage hike of hypocrisy, noting that some individuals earning as much as N30 million per month are among its loudest critics. He also criticized low‑income Nigerians who argue that paying workers N500,000 would trigger inflation, calling their stance misguided.
The statement intensifies the national debate over wage policy ahead of the 2027 elections. Sowore’s proposal would raise the minimum wage more than sixteen times the current level, directly affecting millions of formal and informal sector workers. Supporters argue it would boost purchasing power and reduce poverty, while opponents warn of potential job losses and price spikes.
Sowore’s framing positions the wage issue as a moral test for Nigeria’s economic direction. As the campaign season approaches, voters will weigh his pledge against competing promises from other parties.
Will you support a N500,000 minimum wage as a pathway to economic justice, or do you fear it could destabilize the economy and cost jobs?