Brymo Backs Igbo Presidency, Calls for National Reconciliation and Unity

Controversial Nigerian singer and songwriter, Olawale Olofooro, popularly known as Brymo, has expressed support for the idea of an Igbo president, saying Nigeria should begin seriously considering a candidate from the South-East for the nation’s highest political office.

The outspoken musician made the remarks during a recent interview on Yanga FM Lagos, where he spoke on national politics, regional inclusion and the future of Nigeria’s democracy.

Brymo’s latest comments mark a notable shift from the controversy that surrounded some of his statements during the build-up to the 2023 presidential election, when he faced widespread criticism over remarks many interpreted as opposition to an Igbo presidency.

Addressing the issue, the singer said the country must move beyond historical grievances and embrace reconciliation among its various ethnic and regional groups.

According to him, national unity can only be strengthened when Nigerians are willing to put the past behind them and work collectively toward a shared future.

“I think it is high time for Igbo presidency. It is time for Nigeria to start considering Igbo presidency. Let’s let go of the past and reconcile our differences and unite as a nation,” Brymo said.

While expressing support for greater political inclusion of the South-East, the singer also raised concerns about the security situation in the region, arguing that persistent insecurity could complicate efforts to achieve broader national acceptance of an Igbo presidency.

Brymo alleged that insecurity has, over the years, been used by various groups across the country as a bargaining tool in political negotiations and power struggles.

According to him, there is a dangerous trend in which some groups resort to violence, militancy or other forms of unrest whenever political interests are at stake.

“But how will we get there if the South-East is also slowly descending into chaos? Anytime any group in Nigeria wants presidency, they will start militancy. That is what is going on. If you want presidency, start kidnapping and insecurity,” he stated.

The singer argued that such developments threaten national cohesion and undermine efforts to build a stable and united country.

Brymo also used the interview to commend President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as his handling of the South-West security outfit, Amotekun.

According to the musician, one of the reasons he admires Tinubu is his belief that the President did not allow the regional security initiative to evolve into a separatist movement.

He suggested that the proliferation of heavily regionalised security structures with political undertones could pose risks to national unity if not properly managed.

“One of the reasons I like President Bola Tinubu is because he stopped Amotekun from taking off. He didn’t support it. Imagine if Yorubas have Amotekun active, South-Eastern insecurity active, Boko Haram active, and South-South militants active, do we still have a country?” Brymo said.

The singer’s comments have already sparked discussions on social media, particularly regarding the issue of power rotation, national integration and the long-standing calls by some groups for a president from the South-East geopolitical zone.

As political conversations ahead of the 2027 general elections continue to intensify, debates over zoning, inclusiveness and regional representation are expected to remain central issues in Nigeria’s political landscape.