Nigeria: How old top politicians will be if they run for president in 2027
From Atiku Abubakar at 81 to Seyi Makinde at 60, here’s how old key political figures will be if they contest Nigeria’s presidency in 2027.
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2027: Adeleke, Osun PDP back Tinubu’s re-election bid
“I remain in the PDP, the party that gave me the platform to serve,” says Adeleke.
2027: PDP rules out Northern presidential candidate – Bode George
“There is no chance that our party will have somebody from the North in 2027. That would be insulting to the founding fathers of the party,” he said.
El-Rufai to Tinubu govt: You won’t be in power forever
Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai has reminded officials in President Tinubu’s government that power is fleeting, urging them to reflect and learn from past administrations.
“I swear to God, we will declare war on thieves”—Atiku speaks on 2027 bid
“I swear to God, if elected, whoever steals or engages in any corruption-related activities, we will declare war against them and they must be punished,” Atiku said.
2027: South-South APC backs Tinubu as sole presidential candidate
South-South APC adopts Tinubu, four governors as sole candidates for 2027 elections.
Zone praises Tinubu’s reforms, urges Rivers, Bayelsa governors to join APC.
2027: Power minister eyes Oyo governorship, kicks off consultations
Adelabu: “I’m here to tell you that I want to contest for governor of Oyo State in 2027.”
2027: Atiku, Obi, former Buhari ministers, ex-APC leaders seize control of ADC
A coalition of opposition leaders and ex-APC figures on Wednesday officially took over the ADC as their political platform for the 2027 elections.
How strong is Nigeria’s emerging opposition coalition?
Nigeria’s opposition has formed a new coalition, the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), to challenge President Tinubu in 2027, citing economic hardship and insecurity.
Peter Obi denies discussing joint 2027 ticket with Atiku
Peter Obi has dismissed speculation of a 2027 joint presidential ticket with Atiku Abubakar, declaring he’s focused on rebuilding Nigeria, not political alliances.