As Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election approaches, President Bola Tinubu is already moving to weaken the opposition, particularly a coalition rumored to be spearheaded by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. According to political analysts, Tinubu’s strategy is a combination of power consolidation, tactical outreach, and control of the political narrative.
The Tinubu camp is actively working to portray the Atiku-led coalition as weak, divided, and lacking a clear vision. This early narrative management aims to sow doubt about the opposition’s credibility long before campaigns officially begin.
Expect populist programs and economic reforms intended to win public trust. Analysts believe Tinubu is keen to create tangible improvements in the lives of ordinary Nigerians to blunt opposition criticism and build a strong reelection case.
Tinubu’s team is reaching out to influential opposition figures, offering political incentives to drive wedges into Atiku’s coalition. The goal: divide and neutralize the opposition before it can present a serious threat.
