Human rights activist and politician Omoyele Sowore has sparked reactions after saying he would rely heavily on drone technology in managing national defence if given political leadership.

Sowore made the comment while discussing his vision for security reform, arguing that modern warfare and surveillance increasingly depend on technology rather than traditional structures alone.

According to him, advanced drone systems could play a central role in intelligence gathering, border monitoring, and rapid response to security threats.

He suggested that technology-driven defence strategies would reduce inefficiencies and improve real-time decision-making in tackling insecurity.

The remark has generated mixed reactions online, with supporters describing it as forward-thinking, while critics argue it oversimplifies complex national security challenges.

Security analysts note that many countries are already integrating drones into military and policing operations, though they stress that such systems complement rather than replace traditional defence structures.

Sowore has continued to advocate for systemic reforms across governance, security, and public institutions in Nigeria.