Ex-Minister Dalung hints at challenging Tinubu in 2027 Presidential Election

Former Minister Dalung has hinted at his presidential ambition by suggesting a challenge against Tinubu in the 2027 election. He expressed confidence in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to defeat the incumbent president.

Dalung stressed the importance of opposition unity and collective action, stating that challenging Tinubu requires a united front rather than individual ambitions. Despite concerns about party fractures, Dalung dismissed suggestions of an impending implosion within the ADC.

He highlighted the party's resolution to support whoever emerges as the flagbearer through transparent primaries. Dalung emphasized that the opposition's focus should be on collective action rather than individual ambitions, with the goal of challenging the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the upcoming election.