Olumide Oworu, the Nollywood actor, has revealed the motivations behind his decision to run for political office in the 2023 elections.

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In February 2023, Oworu announced his intention to contest the Surulere Constituency 1 seat at the Lagos assembly under the Labour Party (LP).

His candidacy became the subject of conversation on social media after his name was not seen on the electoral body’s result sheet.

Desmond Elliot, the actor turned politician who contested under the All Progressive Congress (APC), eventually won the constituency seat.

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Speaking on Nollywood On Radio, Oworu expressed dissatisfaction with the country’s current state, adding that many industries and sectors have been on a “downward spiral”.

The 30-year-old actor emphasized the need for collective involvement in the country’s affairs.

Oworu, who made his acting debut at six in the drama series ‘Everyday People’, said he wants to be part of the change-makers in Nigeria.

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“We just need to be a part of our affairs. I want to live in Nigeria, I want to raise my family in a Nigeria that is good, that is a land of opportunities. I know how things were when I was growing up and it is just sad to see that we are just on a downward spiral,” he said.

“Almost nothing minus the entertainment industry, sports, and a few other industries have anything positive. Everything else just seems to be nosediving and I actually want to be a part of the people that are going to make some form of change in the society.”

Olumide gained fame for his role as Tari in ‘The Johnsons’, the African Magic television series.

He has featured in several movies and won awards for his craft.

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