Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Gabriel Osa
Abuja – In a striking political forecast that underscores rising tensions ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election, Abia South Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe has publicly predicted that President Bola Tinubu will not secure a second term. Speaking on Monday during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Abaribe argued that while Tinubu was declared the winner in the 2023 election, he “never truly won” in the eyes of the Nigerian populace.
Abaribe’s remarks come amid increasing discourse on electoral transparency and governance performance, reflecting the opposition’s growing confidence in challenging the incumbent administration. “Everybody loses elections, and Tinubu will lose in 2027 because I understand how Nigerians feel,” the senator asserted, highlighting what he perceives as a disconnect between official election outcomes and popular sentiment.
The senator further criticized procedural aspects of the 2023 elections, referencing the timing of results announcements. “This time, it won’t be like 2023 when results were announced at 3 a.m. before most people woke up. That tactic won’t work anymore,” Abaribe said, emphasizing that opposition parties are now more organized and that citizens are increasingly vigilant about electoral processes.
He added that the masses are ready to assert their voices in the upcoming election. “People are ready, and the masses are even more prepared,” he said, underscoring a sentiment of political awakening and engagement among Nigerians who, he suggests, are disillusioned by prior electoral outcomes.
Political analysts note that Abaribe’s statements reflect a broader trend in Nigerian politics where opposition figures are mobilizing to challenge incumbents by leveraging both public discontent and strategic electoral organization. While predictions of electoral defeat are common in the political landscape, Abaribe’s comments are notable for directly questioning the legitimacy and public acceptance of the 2023 election results, a topic that has remained sensitive in national discourse.
The senator’s declaration is likely to intensify the political dialogue surrounding President Tinubu’s performance, governance record, and the strategies opposition parties may employ in the lead-up to 2027. As Nigeria approaches its next electoral cycle, the interplay between political rhetoric, public perception, and actual voter behavior will remain central to understanding the evolving democratic dynamics of the country.
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