The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed claims by former Sokoto State Governor, Senator Aminu Tambuwal, that there is a national consensus to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027.
In a statement issued on Sunday by its spokesperson, Seye Oladejo, the party described Tambuwal’s remarks in a recent television interview as “yet another failed attempt to rewrite the obvious truth,” insisting that Nigerians overwhelmingly rejected the opposition in 2023 and continue to support a government focused on performance rather than propaganda.
“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was not imposed; he was elected by Nigerians from every region, faith, and background. And unlike the noisemakers in the opposition, he has hit the ground running. From economic stabilization efforts to legacy infrastructure projects, the Renewed Hope Agenda is already yielding visible results. Halfway into his first term, the entire nation is beginning to appreciate the clarity, courage, and competence of his administration,” the statement read.
Oladejo added that there is no national consensus to unseat Tinubu, but rather a growing consensus to support good governance. “When the time comes in 2027, Nigerians will not hesitate to reaffirm their trust in a leader who delivers,” he said.
Taking a swipe at Tambuwal, the Lagos APC urged him to focus on addressing alleged corruption issues from his tenure as Sokoto governor. “Recent revelations have not painted him in a flattering light, and no amount of press statements can launder the trail of allegations surrounding his stewardship,” the statement added.
The party also mocked opposition parties’ efforts to form an alliance ahead of 2027, describing it as an “elusive” project doomed by conflicting ambitions and personal interests.
“We watch with close interest as they struggle to build what will, no doubt, be an elusive alliance — sabotaged by their own greed, inflated egos, unbridled desperation for power, and self-righteousness. It will be a cold day in hell before the likes of Peter Obi, Atiku Abubakar, Goodluck Jonathan, Nasir El-Rufai, Rotimi Amaechi, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and others concede to one another. Their ambitions are incompatible, their interests conflicting, and their loyalty lies only in the direction of personal advantage. Nigerians are watching too — popcorn in hand,” it stated.
The Lagos APC reaffirmed that while the opposition “plays musical chairs and media politics,” the Tinubu administration remains focused on delivering for Nigerians.
“We are building roads, creating jobs, fixing power, reforming the economy, and laying the foundation for a stronger, more prosperous Nigeria,” it added.
