A source, who spoke to our correspondent on condition of anonymity, said APC has resolved that “all first-time governors will have automatic tickets” to run for the 2027 elections”… ”So, most governors from the opposition parties, who are not sure of their victory are joining our party.”
A formidable opposition coalition aiming to unseat President Tinubu in 2027 is gaining momentum, with key figures like Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Nasir El-Rufai leading the charge. Reports suggest Obi may run as Atiku’s deputy, reviving their 2019 PDP partnership that secured 18 states against Buhari’s 19. Political analysts believe their combined strength could have surpassed 13 million votes in 2023.
The ruling APC appears unsettled, implementing strategies to bolster its ranks, including offering automatic tickets to first-term governors. “All first-time governors will have automatic tickets,” revealed an anonymous APC source, citing examples like Akwa-Ibom and Delta governors who allegedly switched to avoid electoral defeat.
As coalition talks intensify, the APC is aggressively courting opposition governors and lawmakers to strengthen its defenses. The brewing political realignment signals a high-stakes battle ahead of 2027, with both camps mobilizing resources and alliances.
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