Nigerian businessman Linus Williams Ifejika, popularly known as Blord, has responded to reports suggesting he is considering a run for the Anambra State governorship. The speculation began after a flyer circulated online claiming that the tech entrepreneur would contest under the African Action Congress (AAC).
Blord Reacts to Viral Flyer
The post quickly gained attention, especially coming shortly after Blord’s release from Kuje prison following his public clash with online activist Martins Vincent Otse, also known as Verydarkman. Responding to the viral flyer, Blord took to his Instagram page where he shared a lighthearted reaction. He wrote: "SAW THIS ON TWITTER? YOUTH O’ CLOCK !!! MAKE I THINK ABOUT AM FIRST."
His comment sparked excitement among fans, with many flooding his page to express support. One fan wrote, “U will get massive support,” while others encouraged him to consider the political move seriously.
Blord Joins Revolution Now Movement
Legit.ng earlier reported that Blord announced his involvement in the Revolution Now movement led by activist Omoyele Sowore, hours after his release from prison. The entrepreneur disclosed this on Tuesday after paying a courtesy visit to Sowore at his office in Abuja. He expressed appreciation for what he described as the activist’s intervention during his detention.
Speaking during the visit, Blord said he had never met Sowore before the incident but felt compelled to personally thank him after his release. “I came to see Omoyele Sowore in respect of my matter to appreciate him. As a matter of fact, I have never met Sowore in my life, but when he heard that I was being intimidated, he had to step in,” he said.
Blord further claimed that without the intervention, he would have remained in custody longer, noting that his bail hearing was initially scheduled for a later date. “As a matter of fact, I was still supposed to be in Kuje. My bail hearing was set for April 27, but Sowore said that over his dead body will that happen, and he made sure the date was pushed forward,” he added.
According to him, he was eager to travel to Anambra after his release but decided to delay his movement to meet Sowore in person. “I am out of prison, and I am on my way to Anambra, my people are waiting for me. But I said even if I’m going to miss my flight, I must see Sowore to say thank you,” he stated.
Blord also revealed that Sowore presented him with a beret, which he described as symbolic. “He gave me a gift (a beret) and I am among the revolution team,” he said.
Public Reactions to Blord's Political Ambition
The development has fueled conversations about youth participation in politics. Netizens shared mixed reactions on social media. One user, queenmercyatang, said: "Fully in support. B lord for Governor????." Another, stepheniscolala, commented: "Bad advice just full everywhere ???." valineo_marketlink_gadgets advised: "Use Adc bro and is a done deal." Some expressed skepticism, with fonehub_communcation stating: "Since I joined Ratel movement, I have never benefited anything, na only wahala I dey chop dey sleep everyday ? ?." Others saw humor in the situation, like glamourmimi_official who wrote: "From Kuje to Government house ?." mc_shortman91 added: "He go happen button ❤️❤️❤️❤️." blessedlabile warned: "Money go lost oo?." oj_chibuzor predicted: "Funny enough ge will get massive support ❤️." vktbanks_gram remarked: "You don go put yourself for poster you say you see am for Twitter. This Linus ehn ?."
Blord was released from Kuje prison after about 20 days in custody on Monday, April 20, following a Federal High Court in Abuja granting him bail. His arrest stemmed from charges of criminal conspiracy, impersonation, and alleged unauthorized use of the image of social media activist VDM.
