Key Points
- Senator Abaribe says Tinubu will lose the next election. He links the loss to public anger.
- He insists Tinubu never truly won the 2023 vote. He says many Nigerians rejected the outcome.
- The lawmaker says the opposition is prepared. He claims past tactics will no longer work.
Abia South Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe has predicted that President Bola Tinubu will lose the 2027 presidential election. He made the statement during an interview on Politics Today on Channels Television. He said the mood of Nigerians has shifted sharply.
Abaribe said many citizens feel frustrated by daily hardship. He said rising food prices and fuel costs have shaped public anger. He added that voters are now more alert and vocal.
His comments come as early political talks gain pace across Nigeria. Several opposition figures have begun to speak openly about 2027. Similar political tension was reported earlier by ValidUpdates in a story on early 2027 power struggles https://validupdates.com/early-2027-power-struggles-nigeria/.
Senator challenges Tinubu’s 2023 victory
Abaribe said Tinubu never won genuine public support in the 2023 election. He said the declaration of results did not reflect the will of voters. He stressed that many Nigerians still feel cheated.
He acknowledged that Tinubu was officially declared winner. He said official results do not always mean popular acceptance. He added that this gap has damaged trust in leadership.
According to the senator, the anger cuts across regions and age groups. He said workers, traders, and young people feel the pain most. He said this feeling will shape the next election.
Late night results spark renewed doubts
Abaribe recalled that results were announced very late at night in 2023. He said many Nigerians woke up to unexpected figures. He argued that this worsened suspicion.
He said such an approach will not succeed again. He said voters are now more watchful. He added that civil groups and observers will play stronger roles.
Summing up his position, Abaribe said Tinubu will lose. He said the public mood is clear. He said people are ready.
Opposition says it is prepared
The senator said the opposition is ready for a direct contest in 2027. He said there will be no shortcuts or secret deals. He said the contest will be open and tough.
He revealed that quiet talks are already ongoing. He said planning now focuses on turnout and fairness. He added that credibility will decide the race.
Another ValidUpdates report on opposition confidence ahead of 2027 https://validupdates.com/opposition-confidence-ahead-of-2027/ also highlighted growing belief among rival parties that change is possible.
Why Abaribe’s comments matter
Although the election is still years away, early statements help shape public debate. They influence alliances and voter expectations. They also test the strength of the ruling party.
Public mood often follows economic reality. When daily life becomes harder, voters respond. Leaders who fail to ease pressure risk rejection.
The presidency has not responded to Abaribe’s remarks. Supporters of Tinubu often argue that reforms take time. They say the benefits will soon appear.
For now, the comments add pressure to the political space. They also show how early the 2027 race has begun. Nigerians are watching closely.
