After the internet erupted with images of Daniel Bwala, Atiku Abubakar's presidential campaign spokesperson during the 2023 elections, meeting President Bola Tinubu at Aso Rock, a significant twist in political allegiances unfolded. Critics quickly labeled Bwala as a man lacking principles. Bwala, once a vocal critic of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Tinubu, shocked many with his recent declaration of support for the President Tinubu-led administration, even expressing willingness to join the APC. Here's a detailed list of statements made by Bwala before and after this unexpected political twist:
- Defection from APC: Bwala had defected from the APC earlier, citing disagreement with the party's Muslim-Muslim ticket for the 2023 presidential election.
- Criticisms of APC and Tinubu: Bwala had previously criticized the APC, stating that "HUMAN BRAINS DON’T FUNCTION IN APC" in a November 2022 post via X.
- Economic Critique: Two weeks before the meeting, during a Channels Television program, Bwala criticized Tinubu over the state of the economy, questioning Tinubu's ability to bring about change.
- Opposition Coalition: In an earlier statement, Bwala urged opposition parties to form a strong coalition to retire the APC in the 2027 general elections.
His recent shift has sparked conversations about political loyalty and the dynamics of opposition parties, adding another layer to Nigeria's political landscape.
