‘Be very careful of state govs, so much hidden’ – Sambo advises Tinubu

Sumner Sambo, the Director of News/Politics Editor for Arise News, has cautioned President Bola Tinubu to exercise caution when entrusting campaign responsibilities to certain governors. Tinubu had announced during the APC campaign council inauguration that he would not visit all states during his election bid. Sambo pointed out that this decision was a vulnerability for the party, as some opposition members were already questioning Tinubu's fitness to face voters, while others believed he was avoiding the economic turmoil the nation is experiencing.

The director emphasized the need for Tinubu to be wary of the hidden issues within the APC, stating that he should closely monitor the advice given by his campaign team. Sambo drew a contrast between Tinubu's campaign strategy and that of previous presidents, such as Muhammadu Buhari and Olusegun Obasanjo, who had traveled extensively across the country to engage with the electorate.

He also noted that international precedents, like former US President Donald Trump's limited campaigning in battleground states, might be influencing Tinubu's choices. Sambo concluded by advising Tinubu to be particularly vigilant in his selection of campaign governors, as there are several undisclosed factors that could impact the election outcome.