2027: Tinubu’s online critics are paid, says Akpabio

The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has accused people attacking President Bola Tinubu and his supporters on social media of being paid, urging the youth in the North to actively engage in grassroots mobilization for Tinubu's re-election in 2027. During a meeting with a northern youth group, Arewa Revival Project, Akpabio presented the group with an award for their contributions to nation-building and encouraged them to counter what he called propaganda on social media.

He defended the President's economic policies, including tax reforms, and emphasized the importance of diversifying the economy away from crude oil dependency. Akpabio praised the current administration for bringing development and innovations to the country, despite naysayers who refuse to acknowledge the progress achieved since independence.

He expressed optimism about the upcoming State Police system, emphasizing that several states have endorsed the constitutional amendment proposal, which could become a reality soon. The 2027 general election is expected to see Tinubu seeking a second term, with the Senate President urging Nigerians, particularly the youth, to take an active role in shaping the country's future and counteract the negative effects of social media propaganda.