Rejoinder: 2027 and the real game Nigerians must not ignore
The viral article about President Tinubu’s fading chances in 2027 has stirred strong reactions. It talks of hunger, hardship, and a growing wave of anger — all true and valid. But it misses something deeper. It overlooks the quiet, calculated manoeuvres being made behind the scenes. For those in politics or public life, this isn’t […]
The viral article about President Tinubu’s fading chances in 2027 has stirred strong reactions. It talks of hunger, hardship, and a growing wave of anger — all true and valid. But it misses something deeper. It overlooks the quiet, calculated manoeuvres being made behind the scenes. For those in politics or public life, this isn’t just about public opinion anymore — it’s about power architecture.
The subtle push for more states in the South West
If you’ve been watching closely, you’ll notice increasing agitation for the creation of new states in the South West. This is not just about correcting perceived imbalance or bringing development closer to the people. It’s about increasing the geopolitical weight of one region. More states mean more senators, more federal allocations, more delegates — and ultimately, more control over national decisions. This is how power is consolidated quietly.
The executive power grab is near total
Today, every major executive arm — from the Presidency to the Vice Presidency, the Central Bank, Customs, Ports Authority, and even EFCC — is dominated by appointees from the same ethnic group. This is not coincidence. It is a strategy. And for politicians across Nigeria, this should be a red flag. Because what’s being built is not just a presidency — it’s a fortress; one that ensures that every decision, appointment, contract, or investigation serves a narrow interest.
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A parliamentary coup is gaining ground
This might be the boldest move yet. The National Assembly is quietly leaning toward return to the parliamentary system. On paper, it sounds like reform. In practice, it could become the smoothest political coup in Nigerian history. If this change is achieved, there may be no need for Tinubu to face the Nigerian people at the ballot in 2027. The National Assembly — which he’s already deeply aligned with — will simply vote him back into power. No campaign, no masses, no pressure.
So what must be done? For the ordinary Nigerian, the signs are clear — suffering is real, the promises are broken, and the future looks uncertain. But for politicians, lawmakers and those in leadership, this goes beyond social media outrage. This is the time to wake up and defend the balance of power in Nigeria.
If opposition leaders, party elders and regional influencers continue to watch in silence, they may find themselves outmanoeuvred long before 2027 arrives. The ground is shifting. And Tinubu is not waiting for your protest — he’s quietly rewriting the rules.
This is not just about Tinubu. It’s about Nigeria. What is at stake is not just an election — it’s our democratic structure. The silence of politicians today could become the regret of tomorrow. Whether you’re in PDP, LP, NNPP, or even within APC but with a conscience, the time to act is now. History will not remember how loudly we complained. It will remember whether we acted when the writing was still on the wall.
- D. Saleh resides in Abuja