Renowned social critic and pro-democracy activist Aisha Yesufu has responded to fresh criticism over her political alignment, declaring that she remains unwavering in her convictions despite public backlash.
The outspoken advocate made her stance clear in reaction to comments made by social media influencer Dr. Ope Banwo, who accused her of abandoning her principles by aligning with figures she previously condemned, particularly former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai.
Dr. Banwo, in a viral thread on social media, claimed Yesufu’s presence at a recent opposition coalition meeting, reportedly under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) umbrella amounted to a betrayal of the ideals she once held dear. He alleged that she had now joined forces with El-Rufai and other political actors she had publicly denounced, likening the move to “dining with devils” after previously warning others against it.
In a rebuttal, Yesufu dismissed the claims as baseless and reaffirmed her commitment to her political beliefs, stating that her criticisms of past political figures remain valid.
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“I have been on the side of the opposition since 2014 when I decided to start focusing on Nigerian issues. They have now joined me on the side of the opposition,” Yesufu stated. “Every one of them is still exactly what I called them in the past. That hasn’t changed.”
She continued her response with a direct message to her critics: “When you form the credible opposition, give me a call.”
Yesufu, widely known for her fearless activism during the #EndSARS movement and her vocal stance on governance and accountability, has long been a polarizing figure in Nigeria’s political discourse. Her refusal to align with mainstream political narratives has earned her both admiration and criticism across party lines.
Her latest remarks have reignited conversations around the integrity of opposition politics and the complex dance between ideology, coalition-building, and pragmatism in Nigeria’s evolving democracy.
