2027: Tinubu afraid to face Nigerians – ADC

The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council has accused incumbent President Bola Tinubu of avoiding nationwide campaigning ahead of the 2027 election. The council claims that Tinubu's reluctance stems from public anger over economic hardship, insecurity, and the rising cost of living. ADC-PCC spokesman Kola Ologbondiyan stated that Tinubu's failure to campaign in all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory is an act of contempt towards Nigerian voters.

He argued that a re-election candidate should be prepared to defend their record, citing past presidents who engaged in nationwide campaigning. Ologbondiyan dismissed the notion that official duties prevent Tinubu from visiting the electorate, comparing his situation to that of former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo, Goodluck Jonathan, and Muhammadu Buhari.

He alleged that the President is afraid of facing voters due to widespread dissatisfaction with the economy, insecurity, and poverty. Ologbondiyan urged young Nigerians to reject the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 election, citing Tinubu's failures and urging them to support the opposition's candidate, former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, who he claims is prepared to address economic recovery, security, and improve living conditions.