Former AGF Abubakar Malami criticized the APC for prioritizing politics over national crises during a political coalition meeting, prompting Nigerians to weigh in on possible 2027 running mates for Peter Obi, though Malami remains a deeply unpopular option.
- Malami accused the APC of endorsing Tinubu for a second term while neglecting insecurity, hunger, and poverty.
- He spoke at the North's National Political Consultative Group alongside Atiku, Obi, and Amaechi.
- Malami, who served as Buhari’s AGF, recently defected from the APC to the CPC faction.
- Social media users criticized him for hypocrisy, citing his role in the Buhari government’s failings.
- A viral poll hosted by AriseTV's Rufai Oseni placed Obi–El Rufai as the most preferred ticket.
- Obi–Malami pairing was the least favored, with many saying Malami lacks moral credibility.
- The northern bloc resolved to present a unified political front, demanding enforceable agreements for regional development.
Malami’s dramatic pivot from power broker to political critic has stirred both curiosity and outrage. While his condemnation of the APC resonates with many, Nigerians are far less forgiving of his past, especially his role during Buhari’s administration. As the 2027 political chessboard forms, regional alliances may prove decisive, but not with Malami as a key piece.
With the North signaling a strategic shift and coalitions forming early, expect more unlikely players to test the waters. Whether voters have short memories or long receipts will define Malami’s fate.
