A prominent figure in Nigeria’s ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), has sparked controversy by predicting that President Bola Tinubu will be voted out of office in the 2027 general elections. Salihu Lukman, a former National Vice Chairman of the APC, made the statement during a recent interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme.
According to Lukman, the current security situation in Nigeria and the economy have worsened significantly over the past 15 months under Tinubu’s leadership. He claimed that the APC has failed Nigerians and does not deserve to be re-elected in the 2027 elections. Lukman also criticized the party’s leadership at the state level, accusing them of producing “emperors” as governors.
Lukman’s comments come as a surprise, as Tinubu is a well-known figure in Nigerian politics and has been a key player in the country’s democratic transition. However, Lukman’s prediction may be based on his assessment of the current political climate in Nigeria, which has been marred by security challenges, economic instability, and widespread discontent among citizens.
The former Director General of the Progressives Governors Forum (PGF) of the APC also emphasized the importance of building a functional political party that serves the citizens, rather than being led by self-serving leaders. He urged Tinubu to retrace his steps and do the right things, stating that he would apologize to him and support his administration if he did.
Lukman’s prediction has sparked debate among political analysts and citizens alike, with some questioning the likelihood of Tinubu’s defeat in the 2027 elections. However, others have praised Lukman’s courage in speaking out against the APC’s leadership and calling for change.
The prediction has also raised questions about the future of Nigerian politics, with some speculating that it could signal a shift in the country’s political landscape. Only time will tell if Lukman’s prediction comes to pass, but his comments have undoubtedly sparked a heated debate about the state of Nigerian politics.
