2027: We'll never support Tinubu's re-election - PDP

The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Taminu Turaki has announced that they will not support President Bola Tinubu's re-election in 2027. This stance was conveyed in a statement issued by the party's National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong.

Reports claiming that Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, advocated for collaborating with Tinubu to secure his re-election are not new to the faction. They emphasized that the minister's message was not aimed at genuine PDP members but rather at individuals who, similar to Wike, masquerade as part of the opposition while working for the ruling party.

The PDP firmly stated that they will not endorse Tinubu's re-election. They highlighted that true and principled members of the party are not involved in the superficial support for the APC-led Federal Government and its detrimental policies. The faction emphasized that the primary responsibility of opposition parties is to offer an alternative to the incumbent, not to flatter their ego. They argued that if an alliance between opposition parties is necessary, it should be among themselves, not with the governing party.

The faction labeled the current political arrangement, described as a 'rainbow coalition,' as a significant threat to electoral democracy and a rapid route towards an electoral monarchy. They called upon all loyal PDP members to remain steadfast as they anticipate the judiciary's decision, expressing hope that it will restore the party to its rightful owners. They noted that their case at the Court of Appeal has been heard and are eagerly awaiting the judgment, warning that "justice delayed is justice denied."

The faction urged Nigerians to be cautious of elite accommodation and state capture disguised as broad-based political collaboration. They emphasized that the upcoming election presents a significant opportunity to remove these insensitive and irresponsible political actors. The statement concluded with the PDP requesting Nigerians to vote out these individuals during the 2027 election.