Oshiomhole Dismisses Atiku’s 2027 Presidential Prospects

As the Nigerian political landscape begins to shift toward the 2027 general election, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North, has issued a sharp critique of Atiku Abubakar’s political trajectory. In a recent appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today, the former All Progressives Congress (APC) national chairman characterized Abubakar as a candidate without a viable path to victory.

A History of Electoral Challenges

Oshiomhole’s primary argument centers on Abubakar’s past electoral performances. According to the senator, Abubakar’s history of unsuccessful presidential bids—specifically citing the 2007, 2011, 2019, and 2023 cycles—demonstrates a pattern that he believes will repeat in 2027. Oshiomhole asserted that these repeated losses prove Abubakar lacks the necessary momentum to pose a credible threat to President Bola Tinubu and the ruling APC.

The senator further highlighted recent legal developments involving the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Oshiomhole pointed to a court judgment that nullified the leadership of the party and voided the process that previously identified Abubakar as its presidential candidate. He argued that these legal hurdles indicate that Abubakar’s political foundation remains unstable.

Addressing Potential Political Alliances

Speculation regarding potential coalitions, including reports of a possible alliance between Abubakar and Peter Obi, was also addressed during the interview. Oshiomhole dismissed the impact of such a partnership, noting that both individuals contested the 2023 election separately and were unable to defeat the APC candidate. He suggested that consolidating their efforts would not fundamentally alter the electoral outcome in 2027.

Policy Disagreements and Future Governance

Beyond electoral history, Oshiomhole took issue with Abubakar’s recent policy rhetoric, particularly regarding the restoration of fuel subsidies. The senator characterized this promise as an attempt to appeal to public sentiment rather than a substantive policy proposal. He challenged Abubakar to clarify his stance on other key government initiatives, asking whether a potential administration under his leadership would:

• Repeal the existing student loan scheme.
• Reintroduce multiple exchange rate systems.
• Reverse current fiscal reforms.

Oshiomhole contrasted the two figures by describing President Tinubu as a statesman focused on long-term generational planning, while characterizing Abubakar as a politician focused exclusively on immediate electoral gains.

Conclusion

While Oshiomhole’s remarks underscore the growing intensity of pre-election rhetoric, the political landscape remains fluid. As of this report, Abubakar has not issued a formal response to these specific claims. The legal status of various party leaderships and the formation of potential opposition coalitions remain key variables that will likely shape the discourse leading into the 2027 election cycle.

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p class=”vbna-source-note”>Source: Daily Post Nigeria

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