Babachir: Northern Leaders Rejects Tinubu, unite to Find Alternative Candidate, Say His Policies Could Spell doom for the region

By Tgnews

In a stunning revelation, former Secretary to the Federal Government, Engineer Babachir Lawal, has disclosed that northern leaders have reached a consensus to stop President Bola Tinubu from winning the 2027 presidential election. According to Lawal, the decision is driven by the need for self-preservation, as another four years of Tinubu’s policies would turn northern Nigeria into a “large refugee camp.”

Lawal, who has been a vocal critic of the current administration, stated that the northern leaders are determined to find a substitute for Tinubu, regardless of the candidate’s state of origin. The key consideration, he emphasized, is for the candidate to be patriotic and committed to the unity of Nigeria. This stance is a significant departure from the traditional northern stance of supporting a northern candidate, and it underscores the depth of discontent among northern leaders with the current administration.

Another four years of Tinubu’s policies would turn northern Nigeria into a large refugee camp

The former Secretary to the Federal Government noted that there is a divergence of opinions among northern leaders on whether to support a southern or northern candidate. While some believe that a southerner who can rule with equity would be acceptable, others are hesitant to take the risk, citing concerns about the potential consequences of having a southern president. This division highlights the complexity of the northern political landscape and the challenges of building a consensus around a single candidate.

Lawal also criticized some northern leaders, including Governor Abdullahi Ganduje, for being “irritants” who are more concerned with justifying their positions in the current government than with the welfare of the northern people. He argued that these leaders are out of touch with the masses, who are suffering under the current administration.

This criticism is significant, as it suggests that some northern leaders are more interested in maintaining their own power and influence than in serving the interests of their constituents.

Some elite who publicly support Tinubu would not vote for him

The former Secretary to the Federal Government emphasized that the opposition to Tinubu’s 2027 ambition is not just about elite consensus, but also about the sentiments of the masses. He claimed that even some elite who publicly support Tinubu would not vote for him, as they are also affected by the government’s policies. This statement suggests that the opposition to Tinubu is widespread and deep-seated, and that it extends beyond the northern elite to the broader population.

Lawal’s statement has sent shockwaves across the political landscape, highlighting the deep-seated divisions within the ruling party and the growing discontent among northern leaders with the current administration. As the 2027 election approaches, it remains to be seen whether the northern leaders will be able to unite behind a single candidate and prevent Tinubu’s re-election.

The implications of Lawal’s statement are far-reaching, and they have significant implications for the future of Nigerian politics. If the northern leaders are able to unite behind a single candidate, it could potentially upset the balance of power in the country and lead to a significant shift in the political landscape. On the other hand, if the northern leaders are unable to unite, it could lead to a divided opposition and a potentially easy victory for Tinubu.

If the northern leaders are unable to unite, it could lead to a divided opposition and a potentially easy victory for Tinubu

In either case, Lawal’s statement has highlighted the deep-seated divisions within the ruling party and the growing discontent among northern leaders with the current administration. As the 2027 election approaches, it is clear that the political landscape in Nigeria will be shaped by a complex array of factors, including regional interests, ethnic affiliations, and personal ambitions.