Northern politicians face a dilemma as they search for a viable candidate to challenge President Tinubu in the upcoming 2027 elections.
Political leaders in the North are reportedly debating which candidate to support in the next presidential election.
Rising economic hardship and mounting discontent among the populace, particularly among young people, are contributing to a growing sense of unrest.
It has been reported that some Northern leaders are dissatisfied with the state of the nation, which they believe has disproportionately affected the North.
They reportedly feel let down by President Bola Tinubu’s administration, despite their support in the previous election, and claim the North has not reaped the expected benefits.
Concerns linger over the large-scale protests during the #EndBadGovernance movement, which had seen a significant surge in youth-led demonstrations in the region, sparking fears among Northern leaders of a possible repeat scenario.
Although the 2027 general election remained a few years away, it was gathered that Northern elders are proactively scouting for credible candidates to potentially challenge the current leadership.
“Some prominent politicians across the North-West have been meeting and discussing who might be capable of giving President Tinubu a formidable contest in the presidential race.”
Several aides to Northern governors also confirmed these discussions, noting that the 2027 election is a source of concern for many top Northern politicians, including their principals.
These politicians are reportedly weighing the risks of opposing President Tinubu after their involvement in his 2023 victory.
Another challenge for Northern leaders is selecting a candidate who would be broadly accepted in the North while accounting for likely opposition tactics, such as emphasizing zoning and Southern interests.
Source: withinnigeria
