Condition make crayfish bend
Many of the [on the one hand] spectacular and [on the other hand] curious events and statements that dominated the national political scene last week recall the old saying of
The late start to Nigeria's 2027 election campaign has left many political parties scrambling to make their mark. With only 90 days remaining until the general and presidential elections, a notable absence exists compared to previous election cycles. Campaigns in the past were characterized by prominent displays of posters, billboards, vehicles with campaign music, and extensive rallies held across various towns.
However, this year's campaign seems to be lacking in such grandeur. President Bola Tinubu, the ruling party's candidate, has announced that he will not personally campaign in all 36 states, instead focusing on 12 states. This decision has raised questions about the role of governors and opposition parties in the campaign. Three opposition governors, Charles Soludo of Anambra, Ademola Adeleke of Osun, and Nyesom Wike, the FCT Minister, attended the APC council inauguration and campaigned for Tinubu's victory.
This marks a first in Nigerian politics, as prominent opposition figures openly supported the ruling party's candidate. While the APC's campaign strategy has sparked curiosity and debate, it remains to be seen how this shift in campaigning tactics will impact the final outcome of the elections.
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