2027: ‘Whoever wins, Nigeria loses’ – Sule Lamido raises alarm over propaganda in North

Former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido has expressed deep concern over the rise of propaganda, hate campaigns, and political incitement, particularly in northern Nigeria, ahead of the 2027 general elections. In an interview on Channels Television's Politics Today programme, Lamido criticized the three leading political figures - President Bola Tinubu, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and Peter Obi - stating that none of them was providing the country with the necessary leadership.

Lamido urged Nigerians to evaluate political candidates based on their ability, character, and capacity to tackle the country's challenges, rather than their personal ambitions. He accused Tinubu, Atiku, and Obi of being more preoccupied with gaining political power than addressing Nigeria's pressing issues. The former governor warned that the growing animosity among supporters of the major political figures was undermining national unity, the economy, and the spirit of togetherness among Nigerians.

Lamido lamented that the political atmosphere had shifted from policy debates and national development to personal attacks, insults, and abuses. He expressed particular alarm about the situation in northern Nigeria, where propaganda, hate campaigns, and incitement had become rampant. He argued that this trend marked a significant departure from the traditional political campaigns that emphasized love, unity, and peaceful coexistence.

The former governor further noted that the increasing political hostility was making it challenging for Nigerians to grasp the issues surrounding the election.