Grok has done it again. The AI chatbot, developed by Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter), has thrown Nigeria’s political scene into a frenzy with just one word—“Sowore.”

It all started when a Twitter user, @SuoazOfficial, posed a loaded question: Which of these politicians is not responsible for Nigeria’s destruction—Sowore, Obi, Atiku, Tinubu, or Kwankwaso?

Grok’s response was swift. No long talk. No hesitation. Just one answer—“Sowore.”

And just like that, social media went wild. Some clapped. Others hissed. Supporters of the other politicians weren’t having it. “AI don join politics?” they asked.

But this is the thing: Grok is a big deal in Nigeria. People trust what it says. So when it picked Sowore as the only leader not to blame for Nigeria’s problems, many internet users believe it was not an empty talk. It felt like an endorsement—like a judge banging the gavel and saying, “Case closed!” For Sowore, it was proof, in the eyes of many, that even technology sees him differently from the rest.

To his supporters, it was validation. The revolutionary and presidential hopeful has long positioned himself as the anti-establishment candidate, the lone voice against corruption and bad governance. Grok’s response now strengthens that narrative.

“Even AI knows the truth!” his followers cheered.

On the flip side, his opponents weren’t amused. Some dismissed it as AI bias. Others called it manipulation. And of course, critics were quick to remind everyone—AI doesn’t vote.

But What Does This Mean For 2027?

With the 2027 elections around the corner, Grok’s response has added a new layer to the conversation. In a country where perception is everything, being singled out as “not part of the problem” is no small thing.

For Sowore, this could be a turning point. While others scramble to defend their records, he now has a viral moment on his side. His campaign could use it to sway undecided voters, pushing the idea that even an AI—free from human biases—sees him differently.

But will this single word translate into votes? That remains to be seen.

One thing is certain—Grok just changed the conversation. And in Nigeria, that alone is power.