Former Sokoto State Governor and current senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has dismissed claims that the opposition coalition led by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is pushing a pro-Northern agenda ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Tambuwal made this known on Friday during an appearance on Politics Today, a current affairs programme aired on Channels Television. He emphasised that the coalition is a national platform and not a tool for promoting any regional interest.
“Is Peter Obi from Northern Nigeria? Is Aregbesola not from Osun State? What are you telling me? Are they not all part of the coalition?” Tambuwal asked, while responding to suggestions that the ADC-led coalition was being driven by Northern political interests.
He stated clearly that the coalition includes political leaders and stakeholders from across the country, cutting across religious, ethnic, and regional divides. The goal, he said, is to form a credible alternative to the current All Progressives Congress (APC) government, which he accused of underperforming.
Tambuwal also expressed disappointment in the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying it has failed to meet the expectations of many Nigerians who had hoped for improved governance and economic relief.
He noted that rising inflation, worsening insecurity, and lack of clear policy direction have all combined to deepen public frustration across the country.
“It is not cast in stone that he may not lose in 2027. Every effort being made to make it look like Bola Tinubu cannot be defeated is rubbish,” Tambuwal said during the interview.
According to him, change in government is both possible and constitutional, and Nigerians have the right to vote out any administration that fails to deliver on its promises. He stressed that the 2027 general elections should provide citizens an opportunity to choose better leadership through democratic means.
Tambuwal, who was a leading figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) during the 2023 elections, has since emerged as one of the key promoters of the emerging opposition alliance. The ADC-led coalition is reportedly in talks with several opposition leaders, including those from the PDP, Labour Party, and other smaller parties, with a view to forming a united front against the APC in 2027.
The move to build a strong opposition coalition comes amid growing discontent in various parts of the country over economic hardship, removal of fuel subsidy, and the naira’s continuous fall against the dollar. Many citizens are demanding accountability, transparency, and effective governance from their leaders.
Tambuwal’s remarks have stirred political reactions, particularly from supporters of the APC, who insist that President Tinubu’s government needs more time to implement its policies and reforms. However, critics argue that the hardship faced by ordinary Nigerians has worsened, with food prices skyrocketing and unemployment still widespread.
As the political atmosphere heats up ahead of the 2027 elections, Tambuwal’s comments signal what could be a major realignment of political forces in the country. The former Speaker of the House of Representatives urged Nigerians to stay engaged and vote wisely when the time comes.
“We must not lose hope in democracy. Let the will of the people speak loud and clear in 2027,” he said.
For now, the ADC-led coalition is yet to name a presidential candidate, but insiders say talks are ongoing among key political players, including former governors, senators, and technocrats. The aim, they say, is to present a single, strong candidate who can challenge the ruling party and appeal to voters across Nigeria.
