The Digest:
The death of former President Muhammadu Buhari has sparked speculation about the future of his loyalists, especially those from the defunct Congress for Progressive Change (CPC). Key figures like Nasir El-Rufai and Babachir Lawal have expressed dissatisfaction with APC leadership, particularly under President Tinubu.
Key Points:
- Buhari loyalists, especially from the CPC, may defect from the APC after his death.
- Former Governor El-Rufai and Babachir Lawal are key figures dissatisfied with the APC leadership.
- The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is actively courting Buhari’s supporters, claiming to hold the loyalty of many.
- APC insiders believe the party will face introspection after Buhari’s passing, but it’s unlikely to result in a major breakup.
- Analysts and political figures warn that Buhari’s death creates a vacuum in the APC’s leadership.
- While some loyalists remain in the APC, others may find the political atmosphere no longer aligned with their interests.
- Key CPC members like Babachir Lawal, El-Rufai, and Nasir El-Rufai are in ADC’s senior ranks.
- Northern leaders have mixed opinions, with some dismissing concerns while others predict power struggles.
Buhari’s death could lead to significant shifts within the political landscape, particularly with the CPC bloc’s defection from the APC. This realignment may reshape the nation’s political future, with tensions growing over how Buhari’s legacy is managed.
Sources: Punch Newspaper, The Cable
