Francis Agoda, the popular Nigerian comedian and social critic, better known as I Go Dye, has issued a strong warning to Nigerians ahead of the 2027 general elections, urging them not to fall for the age-old tricks of politicians who pretend to be humble only when seeking votes.
Taking to his Instagram page, I Go Dye mocked the predictable theatrics of Nigerian politicians, who he claimed are already collecting their white native attires from tailors in preparation for market strolls, corn-buying displays, and “mama put” photo ops.
“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,” he said.
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According to the comedian, these scenes of “fake humility” have been part of Nigeria’s political playbook since independence in 1960 and only resurface during election seasons.
“Fake humility just to win your heart. And guess what? People still dey fall for all this. But once dem win, dem go disappear like spirit. You no go see dem again until next election,” he wrote.
He further slammed the lack of innovation in Nigerian politics, describing it as recycled, uninspired, and dishonest: “Same old script since 1960. No innovation. No sincerity. 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.”
I Go Dye urged Nigerians to reject these political gimmicks and demand more from their leaders: “Watch out, you go soon see dem Tinubu and Atiku for Onitsha market dey price okrika. We no need actors. We need thinkers. We no need recycled lies. We need visionary leaders.”
In 2021, the comedian made headlines after he publicly criticized government officials over poor infrastructure and mismanagement of public funds.
In an open letter addressed to Nigerian youth, he challenged them to wake up and stop idolizing leaders who had failed to deliver real development.
Back then, he stated: “We are celebrating 60 years of independence with no stable electricity, no good roads, and hospitals that our leaders themselves avoid. When will the youths stop clapping for failure?”