By Oluwasore Alabi
Dele Momodu is no stranger to Nigeria’s political stage. Publisher, politician, and now a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, he has once again stepped into the spotlight with bold claims about the 2027 elections.
Speaking on Arise Television’s Prime Time, Momodu declared that the opposition knows how to stop President Bola Tinubu from securing a second term. He refused to reveal details, insisting that strategy is best kept behind closed doors. “We are not going to come in public and say this, but we know what to do,” he said, drawing parallels with Tinubu’s own political battles during his tenure as Lagos governor.
Behind his words lies a deeper anxiety about Nigeria’s democratic process. Momodu questioned the credibility of the Independent National Electoral Commission, alleging that Tinubu has stacked the body with appointees from the South-West. His skepticism reflects a broader unease. “If you ask an average Nigerian today about Tinubu, do you trust him to conduct a free and fair election? Ninety per cent will say no,” he claimed.
Yet Momodu’s argument goes beyond party politics. He painted a picture of ordinary Nigerians weary of hardship, wary of dominance, and determined to resist what they see as entrenched power. “The ordinary man on the street cannot imagine Tinubu coming back again,” he said, suggesting that even some of the president’s allies privately hope for his defeat.
His words capture a mood of fear and frustration. Governors, judges, and legislators, he argued, are reluctant to challenge Tinubu’s authority. “Tinubu has become a god that nobody is ready to face,” Momodu remarked, portraying a political climate where silence is safer than dissent.
As Nigeria edges closer to 2027, Momodu’s comments highlight the growing tension between the ruling party and opposition forces. While strategies remain hidden, the rhetoric signals that the next election will be more than a contest of votes. It will be a test of trust, resilience, and the will of ordinary citizens.
For now, the opposition’s plans remain in the shadows. But Momodu’s voice adds to the chorus of those preparing for a showdown that could redefine Nigeria’s political future.
