Conor McGregor asked his followers on social media for their support in securing nominations so he could run for president of Ireland.

Former UFC champion appeals directly to his followers to secure presidential nomination

Conor McGregor does not want his presidential candidacy to go unnoticed. The former UFC champion and one of Ireland's most media-savvy figures surprised everyone again by posting a message on social media in which he openly asked his followers to help him gather the necessary nominations to appear on the ballot for Ireland's presidential election, scheduled for October 24, 2025.

On September 4, McGregor posted a video recorded in front of Dublin's government buildings, accompanied by a direct message to citizens: contact your local councilors and ask them to officially nominate him.

“Our councilors are the backbone of our communities. If you feel your voice is ignored and your work overlooked, I invite you to support me. I will give you the platform and the power to be heard,” McGregor said on social media.

According to Irish electoral law, in order to appear on the ballot, a candidate must have at least 20 nominations from Parliament (Oireachtas) or the backing of four local authorities. McGregor, aware that he does not have the support of political parties, is attempting to mobilize his huge social media following to put pressure on local representatives.

McGregor, from the UFC to politics

The 37-year-old fighter announced his intention to run for president in March, and since then he has sought to position himself as an independent, anti-establishment candidate, using populist rhetoric against mass immigration and promising solutions to social problems such as child poverty and housing.

His political strategy, like his style in the octagon, is characterized by provocation and directness, appealing directly to the people and leaving traditional structures aside. His recent social media post is a clear example of this: McGregor seeks to turn his fans into a political army that will allow him to bypass institutional filters.

Can he do it?

Although McGregor describes himself as “a man of solutions and a martial arts master,” his candidacy is seen as an uphill battle. Analysts agree that, beyond his global popularity, getting local councilors to nominate him will be his real challenge.

However, his ability to mobilize crowds on social media should not be underestimated. With millions of followers and unprecedented media influence for a presidential hopeful in Ireland, McGregor aims to turn his fame into votes... if he can get on the ballot first.

September 24 is the deadline for submitting nominations. Until then, McGregor's digital campaign will be crucial in determining whether his political dream can move forward or will fall by the wayside before it even begins.