2027: Tinubu seeks 2 million votes in Akwa Ibom, says PVCs sword to defeat deceivers

On Friday, President Bola Tinubu urged Nigerians to exercise their Permanent Voters Cards, PVCs, wisely, emphasizing that they serve as a powerful tool against those attempting to deceive them. Comparing the PVCs of Nigerians to swords, Tinubu implored them to employ this weapon in combating tyranny. During a campaign rally in Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State, the president solicited two million votes from the state, declaring, "Uyo, two million votes, this is an amazing turnout.

We are not like other mushroom parties that don't have the kind of character that we have." Tinubu asserted that Akwa Ibom has chosen to join a distinguished group, remarking, "You used to be in one party yesterday, people deceiving people; papa deceiving pikin."

Tinubu addressed the youth, asserting their status as symbols of progress, development, infrastructure, education, agriculture, commitment, and a pledge to answer their questions while inquiring about their own status regarding PVCs. He stated, "That is your sword, that is the weapon you need to defeat tyranny, to defeat those deceiving you, to defeat those who didn't appreciate the value of a growing economy and the value of a promising prosperity."

The president emphasized that he has dedicated his last years to advocating for democracy, freedom, development, and progress, urging the audience to bring out their PVCs and confirm their intention to vote. Tinubu concluded by asking, "Have you seen development or not?"