2027 ELECTION: Northern Leaders Decides To Dump Tinubu, Names Their Favourite Candidate For President; See Details
Reports circulating on Sunday, October 27, indicate that prominent northern leaders in Nigeria are facing a complex decision in choosing a potential replacement for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Sources reveal that the leaders are wrestling with a range of political and social factors, including rising economic hardship, discontent among youth, and a sense of unfulfilled promises from the current administration.
These challenges have intensified discussions within northern political circles regarding an alternative candidate for 2027.
Despite their substantial support for Tinubu during the 2023 election, many northern leaders reportedly feel that their alliance with the current administration has not yielded the expected dividends for the region. According to sources close to northern politicians, economic challenges disproportionately affecting the northern regions have left leaders in a state of dissatisfaction.
They believe that the prevailing conditions have placed an undue burden on the North, fueling their interest in identifying a new leader who can better address these issues.
Speculation suggests that prominent northern figures, especially in the North- West, are engaged in talks to identify a strong candidate who could serve as a formidable contender against President Tinubu in 2027.
Adding to the complexity of the situation, former Niger Delta militant leader Asari Dokubo recently announced his disillusionment with Tinubu. Dokubo, a longtime ally of Tinubu, has publicly expressed regret over what he views as betrayal by Tinubu and his allies, despite Dokubo’ s significant support for Tinubu’ s 2023 campaign. The former militant leader has now aligned himself with northern political interests, indicating a potential shift in regional alliances as the 2027 election approaches.
While the discussions among northern leaders are ongoing, the pressure to find a reputable candidate who can address regional and national concerns is mounting. With public dissatisfaction growing and economic challenges deepening, the choice of a 2027 presidential candidate could mark a pivotal shift in Nigeria’ s political landscape.
