2027: Atiku’s Plan to Unseat Tinubu Deemed Wishful Thinking by Pro-Tinubu Group

 

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar

A pro-Tinubu support group, the Disciples of Jagaban (DOJ), has criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar's recent visits to former Presidents Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida and Muhammadu Buhari, suggesting these efforts are part of a futile bid for the 2027 presidential election.

DOJ's Stance on Atiku's Political Maneuvers

In a statement from its national coordinator, Abdulhakeem Adegoke Alawuje, the DOJ described Atiku's actions as unrealistic and doomed to fail. The group emphasized that major opposition politicians acknowledge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's strong position for the 2027 election, deeming his return "non-negotiable."

Key Points from DOJ's Statement

• Divine Power: Alawuje reminded Atiku that "power comes only from God and not through manipulative tendencies," criticizing Atiku's attempts to influence political outcomes.
• Sketchy Meeting Details: Though the specifics of Atiku's meetings with the former presidents remain unclear, the DOJ believes they relate to his 2027 ambitions.
• Support for Tinubu: The group underscored Tinubu's democratic values and his commitment to addressing Nigeria's longstanding issues, urging Nigerians to recognize and support his leadership.
• Criticism of Atiku: Alawuje portrayed Atiku as desperate and out of touch with the current political climate, suggesting he should be "permanently banished from the political scene."
• Historical Context: The statement also recalled Atiku's controversial comments at the Arewa House before the 2023 election, where he implied the Northerners did not need a Yoruba or Igbo president, reflecting poorly on his current political strategies.

Conclusion

The Disciples of Jagaban remain firm in their support for President Tinubu, dismissing Atiku Abubakar's recent political activities as desperate and ineffective. The group calls on Nigerians to stand by Tinubu's leadership and reject Atiku's bid for the 2027 presidency.