Folarin Falana, the performer widely recognized as Falz, has refuted reports suggesting he threw his support behind Labour Party candidate Peter Obi or any other contender during the 2023 general election. During an appearance on ARISE News Prime Time, the musician explained that his public efforts were limited to urging citizens to participate in the voting process, rather than campaigning for specific individuals.
Falz emphasized that his goal is to promote a transparent and honest democratic system. He noted that his neutral stance stems from disillusionment with the recurring cycle of political leadership in Nigeria. The entertainer described the current landscape as a repetitive reshuffling of the same figures, making it difficult to confidently support any politician at this time.
While Falz remains cautious for now, he left open the possibility of supporting a future candidate if he becomes convinced of their sincerity. Looking ahead, he encouraged Nigerians and the youth population to show up in large numbers for the 2027 elections. He argued that increased voter engagement is essential to preventing electoral manipulation and bolstering the nation’s democratic foundations.
