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Why Tinubu will win in 2027— Accord presidential candidate

From The Punch · () English

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  • The factional Accord Party presidential candidate, Prof. Christopher Imumolen, has withdrawn from the 2027 presidential race.
  • He endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term, citing his reforms, leadership, and growing nationwide support.
  • Imumolen believes Tinubu's re-election is inevitable due to his people-oriented programs and the long-term benefits of his administration's reforms.

Professor Christopher Imumolen, the factional presidential candidate and National Chairman of the Accord Party, has announced his withdrawal from the 2027 presidential race. He declared his endorsement for President Bola Tinubu's second term, stating that the president is well-positioned to win due to his ongoing reforms, leadership qualities, and increasing national support.

Tinubu will win because of his people-oriented programmes and the massive support he has received from different parts of the country.

— Prof. Christopher ImumolenExplaining his endorsement of President Tinubu for a second term.

Imumolen made this announcement at a news conference in Lagos on Friday, following extensive consultations with the party's leadership and members. He emphasized that national interest should supersede personal ambition and partisan considerations. According to Imumolen, Nigerians are beginning to recognize the long-term advantages of the current administration's reform agenda, despite current economic challenges.

"Tinubu will win because of his people-oriented programmes and the massive support he has received from different parts of the country," Imumolen stated. He argued for continuity, suggesting that a new leader would need to start afresh, whereas Tinubu has identified challenges and is guiding the nation into its next phase. Imumolen's endorsement is based on ten key reasons, including Tinubu's courage in implementing difficult economic reforms, demonstrated leadership, and commitment to progressive governance.

There is focus. Let us forget about the challenges of inflation and security. There must be progress.

— Prof. Christopher ImumolenJustifying the need for continuity in leadership.

He also highlighted the administration's focus on youth empowerment, bridging generational leadership gaps, and appointing competent individuals to key public offices. Imumolen added that the President places national interest above personal ambition, ensures policy and political stability, and demonstrates transparency. The party's conviction is that collaboration in the national interest will strengthen democracy and accelerate development.

If another person comes in 2027, he will have to start all over again. There must be continuity. He has identified the challenges, and we need to move from where we are to the next phase. That is why we are supporting him, and he will win. My support is total.

— Prof. Christopher ImumolenArguing for President Tinubu's re-election based on his administration's progress.
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