The Digest:
Former presidential candidate Dele Momodu has predicted that President Tinubu will lose the 2027 election if Atiku Abubakar contests on a joint ticket with a prominent southern politician like Peter Obi or Rotimi Amaechi. Speaking on Channels TV, Momodu argued that a North-South coalition centred on Atiku would weaken the APC's grip on power. Atiku, Obi, and Amaechi, who ran on different platforms in 2023, have since aligned within the ADC and all aspire to contest in 2027. The ADC has scheduled its national convention for April 14.
Key Points:
- A unified opposition ticket could consolidate votes and challenge Tinubu's re-election bid.
- The proposed Atiku-Obi/Amaechi coalition aims to balance North-South representation.
- Momodu's prediction reflects growing opposition confidence in unseating the incumbent.
- The ADC becomes a potential merger platform for opposition heavyweights ahead of 2027.
- Successful coalition-building could reshape Nigeria's political landscape and party dynamics.
Opposition leaders must navigate internal ambitions and build consensus around a single ticket to maximise chances against Tinubu in 2027.
Sources: Channels TV
