The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reacted to mounting opposition from northern Nigeria against President Bola Tinubu's potential re-election bid in 2027, highlighting significant political challenges ahead for the current administration.
Several stakeholders from the northern region have expressed determination to block the president's re-election, citing alleged marginalization of the North under Tinubu's leadership.
Former House of Representatives member Muhammad Kazaure made headlines on Wednesday when he boldly predicted that Tinubu would lose the 2027 presidential election "by 12 noon." Speaking at a gathering of northern elites, Kazaure criticized the administration's borrowing practices and what he described as "unwanted" policies.
In response to these developments, ADC spokesperson Bolaji Abdullahi questioned the president's path to securing a second term without northern support. In a Facebook post, Abdullahi emphasized the critical role the region played in the 2023 elections.
"Arewa produced 64% of President Bola Tinubu's total votes in 2023, I don't know how he is planning to secure his 2nd term bid without them, as they're now clearly against his reelection," Abdullahi wrote.
This growing opposition presents a significant challenge for Tinubu, whose All Progressives Congress (APC) relied heavily on northern votes to secure victory in the last presidential election. Political analysts suggest this early resistance could reshape campaign strategies as the 2027 election cycle approaches.
The situation highlights the delicate regional balances within Nigerian politics and raises questions about how the administration might adjust policies to address northern concerns over the coming years.
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