Nigeria will hold its presidential election in 2027 and already the political landscape is stirring with intense debates, realignments, and strategic manoeuvres within the opposition.
The once-fragmented opposition forces are attempting to unite under a common goal: to unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress and President Bola Tinubu. Yet, personal ambitions, shifting party loyalties, and questions about organizational strength are testing that unity.
From efforts to build coalitions and rally support around key figures, to accusations of efforts by the ruling party to weaken dissenting voices, the opposition’s journey towards 2027 is shaping up to be as competitive as the election itself.
In this interview, Bamidele Ugochukwu, a broadcast executive and political commentator, examines the challenges, opportunities, and what the early signs may mean as Nigeria’s long road to 2027 begins.