The Alternative, a new political movement with a vision to secure power in the 2027 general elections, was unveiled last week in Jos.

The movement, according to Segun Sowunmi, the former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State who unveiled it, aims to challenge Nigeria's established order.

Sowunmi, a former aspirant for the national chairmanship of the PDP, stated that Nigerians are weary of the existing political system and eager for a viable alternative.

“The concept of this platform is to identify and support credible candidates at the grassroots level,” he said.

He explained that Nigeria's democratic system has been riddled with corruption and self-serving leadership, hence the need for a force to challenge it.

He stressed the importance of re-educating citizens about their civic responsibilities, particularly voting, saying, “Low voter turnout and vote-selling undermine democracy. Every citizen must actively participate in the political process rather than ceding power to a few individuals.”

According to him, the movement is designed to give citizens greater control over the political landscape by encouraging them to build their own structures and support candidates who align with their values. He described the platform as a “liberation effort” for all Nigerians, regardless of socio-economic status.

The formation of this movement could be seen as a rivalry with the Obedient Movement, which was born out of the emergence of Peter Obi of the Labour Party.

The movement was the force that propelled Obi to his first presidential run.