Akin Osuntokun Predicts Tinubu's Strength in Northern States

Akin Osuntokun, the Director of Politics at Arise News, expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu would perform better in northern states than critics expect in the upcoming election. In an interview on Monday, Osuntokun analyzed regional voting patterns, noting that despite concerns over insecurity and economic hardship, Tinubu is competitive in the North.

He specifically identified Borno, Kwara, and Kogi as states where Tinubu is emerging as a potential winner. Osuntokun remarked that Tinubu's performance in these states contradicts the negative perceptions surrounding his popularity.

He also suggested that Tinubu could improve his vote count in Lagos, a significant electoral area where he previously underperformed. Osuntokun acknowledged the ongoing challenges of insecurity and economic issues but maintained that the electoral trends indicate Tinubu could still garner substantial support.