“Were Laa Fi Wo Were”: ADC and the Politics of Strategic Resilience

Taiye Currency’s recent song has attracted attention for its rhythm and lyrics, particularly the refrain “Were laa fi wo were”. While some have criticized the artist for his outing, I am not here to dwell on that. The real story lies in the song’s message a lesson in resilience, foresight, and strategic patience that Nigeria’s political actors, especially the African Democratic Congress (ADC), would do well to heed.

The Yoruba adage “Were laa fi wo were”loosely, “you don’t challenge the established by showing weakness” rings true in Nigeria’s political arena. ADC, like many smaller opposition parties, often struggles to assert itself in a landscape dominated by the ruling party and larger opposition forces. The lesson from the song is clear: relevance is not won through noise or posturing, but through discipline, consistent messaging, and strategic action.

Taiye Currency’s lyrics remind us that quiet strength can command respect. For ADC, this translates into tangible steps: crafting coherent policies, building credible alliances, engaging voters thoughtfully, and projecting competence in every move. These are the markers of a party that is serious, prepared, and resilient qualities that win influence over the long term.

Nigeria’s political environment is often chaotic, with attention favoring the loudest voices. Yet, as the song underscores, substance ultimately outlasts spectacle. ADC must internalize this lesson: to be taken seriously, a party must combine vision with discipline, courage with strategy, and patience with action.

In a country where political survival requires more than rhetoric, Taiye Currency’s refrain serves as both warning and inspiration: “Were laa fi wo were”. The African Democratic Congress and Nigeria’s broader opposition would do well to learn it.