2027: We Know How to Stop Tinubu From Getting Second Term – Momodu

Veteran journalist and African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain, Dele Momodu, has expressed confidence that the opposition can prevent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from securing a second term in the 2027 presidential election.

Momodu, who serves as Deputy Director-General of the ADC Presidential Campaign Council, made the remarks during an interview on Arise News’ Prime Time programme on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.

He criticised Tinubu’s political leadership, alleging that the President had consolidated excessive power and brought several arms of government under his influence.

The veteran journalist compared the current political situation with the administration of the late military ruler, General Sani Abacha, arguing that Tinubu had gone beyond what Abacha did in drawing political actors into his sphere of influence.

Momodu’s comments come amid growing political realignments ahead of the 2027 general election, with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and opposition parties intensifying efforts to build support for their respective candidates.

The ADC chieftain expressed confidence that the opposition could mount an effective challenge against Tinubu, who has indicated his intention to seek re-election after winning the APC presidential primary.

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Momodu has repeatedly argued that the opposition’s chances would depend on its ability to build a strong coalition, agree on an effective electoral strategy and prevent divisions from weakening its challenge to the ruling party.

In January 2026, he said defeating Tinubu was possible if opposition parties closely monitored the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and presented candidates with sufficient political strength to compete against the APC.

He also identified prominent opposition figures, including former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi, former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi, former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai and former Sokoto State Governor Aminu Tambuwal, as political figures with the capacity to contribute to a formidable challenge.

In March, Momodu further argued that an opposition presidential ticket pairing Atiku with a prominent southern politician, such as Obi or Amaechi, could threaten Tinubu’s re-election bid.

He maintained that opposition leaders needed to prioritise strategic cooperation over personal ambitions if they hoped to defeat the incumbent president.

Momodu has also warned that disagreements over presidential zoning could undermine the opposition’s chances by splitting votes along regional lines.

His latest comments come as Tinubu’s supporters continue to mobilise for his re-election. On October 10, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, and six APC governors from the North-Central region endorsed Tinubu and Vice-President Kashim Shettima for a second term.

The endorsement illustrates the competing political efforts taking shape ahead of the 2027 election, as the APC seeks to consolidate its support base while opposition parties work to present a credible alternative.

Although Momodu has expressed confidence in the opposition’s prospects, the outcome of the election will depend on several factors, including candidate selection, party organisation, voter participation and the conduct of the electoral process.

The 2027 presidential contest is expected to test the strength of the ruling party and the ability of opposition groups to coordinate their political ambitions into an effective electoral challenge.