American singer Afroman has taken a step towards running for the highest elected office in the United States by filing the required paperwork with the Federal Elections Commission to run for President in the 2024 election.
News About Nigeria gathered that Afroman, whose real name is Joseph Edgar Foreman, is running as an Independent and has named his presidential committee “Joseph Afroman Foreman for President.”
The announcement of Afroman’s presidential aspirations came during a concert in Missouri in December, where he shared his dream of becoming the President with the crowd.
He has humorously dubbed it the “20-20-FRO” election, putting his unique spin on the upcoming presidential race.
TMZ has reported that Afroman’s platform will focus on the national legalization of marijuana, which comes as no surprise considering his well-known advocacy for cannabis.
Afroman has been a vocal supporter of marijuana legalization, and his campaign is expected to center around this issue.
Afroman, best known for his hit song “Because I Got High,” has had a successful music career spanning multiple decades, with a large following of fans.
He has also been recognized for his unique style and personality, often incorporating humor and social commentary in his music.
As an Independent candidate with a focus on marijuana legalization, Afroman’s campaign could potentially generate attention and spark conversations about drug policy reform in the United States.
As the 2024 election cycle unfolds, Afroman’s candidacy will be closely watched by political observers and fans alike, eager to see how his unique perspective and platform will shape the presidential race.