Ali Ndume, the senator representing Borno South, has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress will retain power in the 2027 presidential election, despite growing opposition.
Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Ndume said the opposition African Democratic Congress, associated with figures such as Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi and Rotimi Amaechi, has not presented a compelling alternative to challenge President Bola Tinubu.
“I am not worried because nobody is coming up with something new. Everybody is talking about it is either Bola Ahmed Tinubu or Atiku or Amaechi or Peter Obi. I don’t see anything that they put on the table,” Ndume said.
“The man holding the steering now is Tinubu, but those that are trying to take over, and the ADC itself, every day it’s here and there. Initially, I had a lot of confidence, but when you find people concentrating on themselves for the power they can get, it’s not a big deal.
“Up till now, despite the fact that they have strong personalities, they have not been able to actually put their house in order. But you can’t underrate any opposition, no matter how small. Remember, that was how PDP was thinking about APC initially, that APC is not serious. Buhari tried several times; he didn’t make it. So, I’m not writing Atiku, Obi or Amaechi off.”
Ndume emphasised the importance of a strong opposition in a democratic system but maintained that the ruling party remains well positioned.
Asked whether Nigerians should reject Tinubu in 2027, he said the decision ultimately lies with voters, while arguing that the administration has made progress that has been overshadowed by insecurity and welfare concerns.
He said that if the government addresses insecurity, improves electricity supply and enhances citizens’ welfare, public support could return.
“As I said, our problem is the security and welfare of the people, and then keeping up with some of those things and getting them right. Some of the policies that the government put in place, if they start yielding results, Nigerians will be happy about it. One good thing about Nigerians is that they are forgiving; if you offend them and you ask for forgiveness or things turn around, they will put it behind.
“So, don’t write APC off. I will not say Nigerians are happy with all that we are doing, but at the same time, I cannot say the opposition is a threat because we are all one, all the same politicians,” he said.
Amid internal challenges within the Peoples Democratic Party, the ADC has emerged as a coalition platform for opposition figures, including former ministers and political leaders, seeking to challenge the APC in the 2027 elections.
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