The Digest:
Primate Elijah Ayodele, the leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, warns President Tinubu against removing Vice President Kashim Shettima, citing the threat of internal and external opposition, including pressure from the U.S.
Key Points:
- Primate Ayodele advises Tinubu not to drop Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 election.
- He warns that removing Shettima could destroy Tinubu’s chances and create unnecessary enemies.
- The cleric believes Shettima’s presence is crucial for Tinubu’s success, despite their potential disagreements.
- Ayodele predicts challenges for Tinubu in the north, particularly from Emirs.
- He claims the U.S. is actively working to see Tinubu removed from power.
- Primate Ayodele stresses that the nation’s issues, such as hunger and security, are the real challenges, not internal political personnel.
- He calls for serious work on resolving the country’s pressing issues to avoid political defeat.
Primate Ayodele's message highlights the importance of unity within the government and addressing Nigeria’s deeper issues like hunger and security to secure Tinubu’s second term.
Sources: Daily Post, Channels TV
