2027: Presidency’s attacks show Tinubu jittery over Makinde’s ambition - APM

Nigeria's Allied People’s Movement (APM) asserts that President Bola Tinubu appears "jittery" over the growing influence of Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, particularly concerning the 2027 presidential election. The APM contends that the Federal Government's recent criticisms of Makinde and his party signal a lack of confidence and a diversionary tactic due to the administration's perceived inability to showcase significant achievements.

In a statement released by its National Publicity Secretary, Abubakar Yusuf, the APM accused the Tinubu administration of resorting to "name-calling and disparagement." This response, the party claims, stems from a weak record of accomplishments. The APM directly challenged President Tinubu, stating that Makinde possesses an "intimidating record of performance," having transformed Oyo State into a leading economically viable state, and is poised to defeat Tinubu in the upcoming election.

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It is rather pathetic that the Tinubu Presidency has fallen so low into ignominy that it now relies on internationally discredited and politically inconsistent characters like Daniel Bwala to speak for it on national TV; a situation that further confirms that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu no longer commands the support of credible Nigerians.

The APM's remarks were a reaction to comments made by Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications. Bwala had dismissed Makinde and the APM as inconsequential to the 2027 electoral landscape during a media interview. The APM described Bwala's comments as "pathetic" and indicative of the presidency's descent into "political ignominy," suggesting that Tinubu relies on "internationally discredited and politically inconsistent characters" to represent him.

The party further criticized the presidency's reliance on individuals like Bwala, referencing a past controversial interview. The APM declared that the 2027 presidential race would be a contest between Governor Makinde, representing Nigerians seeking change, and a "failed President Tinubu" supported by "sycophantic, corrupt, arrogant and morally depraved minions." Despite the heated rhetoric, the APM stated its focus remains on issues important to Nigerians, not engaging in an exchange of insults.

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The APM is therefore not surprised that the Tinubu Presidency is deflated and intimidated because it has no tangible scorecard of achievements to present to the public, given its abysmal failures, for which Nigerians across the board have reached a consensus to replace President Tinubu with Governor Makinde at the 2027 election, given Makinde’s outstanding performance as Governor of Oyo State.