Sowore said he welcomed Yesufu’s move into elective politics, stressing that individuals who believe they can contribute to governance should actively participate rather than remain on the sidelines.

Naija News reports that Sowore made the remarks on Monday, May 11, during an interview on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief.

While backing her ambition, he, however, criticised her choice of political platform, noting that she joined the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC). Yesufu had reportedly left the African Democratic Congress (ADC), along with former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, before declaring her intention to run for the FCT Senate seat under the NDC.

Sowore said he would have preferred her to join his own political party.

“I truly support her. I’ve always told her that good people who believe they can do things should get into politics. She used to say she has no business running for office. She used to condemn those of us who are activists who run for office,” he said.

Politics As A Form Of Activism

Sowore noted that Yesufu’s decision reflects a shift from her earlier stance against activists participating in elections.

He added that he once held a similar belief before changing his mind, realizing that political engagement is essential for meaningful societal change.

“She doesn’t want to support anybody, but I’m glad she has come to that position and realization,” he said.

“I used to feel that way too before 2016 or so that I don’t have business in politics, but the business of politics is actually the biggest activism that has to be done to save society.”

He argued that activism and politics are interconnected and that those seeking societal improvement must engage directly in the political space.

Despite his disagreement over her party choice, Sowore said he still supports her ambition and wishes her success in the election.

“I totally support her, and I hope she wins, even though I think she’s in the wrong party. She should have joined our party,” he added.

West Ham thought they had earned a dramatic late point when Callum Wilson found the net in added time. The goal would have dented Arsenal’s title push and boosted West Ham’s survival hopes.

However, after a lengthy VAR review, the goal was ruled out due to a foul by Pablo Fornals on Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya.

Arsenal went on to secure a narrow 1-0 victory, extending their lead at the top of the table to five points over Manchester City, while West Ham stayed in 18th position, just behind Tottenham Hotspur.

Reacting on The Wayne Rooney Show, as reported by BBC Sport, Rooney said he agreed with the decision despite the controversy surrounding it.

He explained that the contact on the goalkeeper was clear and had a direct impact on the play.

“It’s a clear foul. You’re going to obviously get a lot of people saying they think it should have stood because it’s controversial… but I think it’s the right decision,” he said.

Rooney added that the arm across Raya’s face clearly affected his ability to contest the ball.

He also praised VAR for intervening in such a high-stakes moment, calling it an example of the system working properly in a major match.

“It’s the one time I actually think VAR has done a really good job in such an important game,” he noted.

The former striker also commented on what he sees as long-standing protection given to goalkeepers by referees.

He said he has often been frustrated during his playing days by how easily fouls are awarded in their favour.

Rooney argued that goalkeepers benefit from physical advantages in aerial duels and are often awarded free-kicks even in minimal contact situations, making the rules difficult for attackers.