Adeyeye Backs Tinubu for 2027 Election Over Atiku

Senator Dayo Adeyeye, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Nigerian Ports Authority, stated that he believes President Bola Tinubu will win the 2027 presidential election, encouraging Nigerians to select Tinubu over former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, who is the presidential candidate for the African Democratic Congress. During a press interaction in Abuja, Adeyeye praised Tinubu as a builder and criticized Atiku for his frequent changes between political parties.

He cited Tinubu's leadership in economic reforms, infrastructure development, and policies that have improved the lives of Nigerians. Adeyeye noted significant advancements in the maritime sector, including the establishment of the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy and the approval of Nigeria’s first National Policy on Blue Economy in May 2025.

He mentioned the reduction of waiting times at Apapa Port and the increase in revenue for maritime agencies from N700.79 billion in 2023 to N1.83 trillion in 2025. Adeyeye urged Nigerians to allow Tinubu to consolidate his reforms for economic recovery.