Baba-Ahmed Claims Buhari Resisted Tinubu's Presidency

Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, the National Chairman of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), stated that former President Muhammadu Buhari resisted pressure from political allies to endorse Bola Tinubu's presidency, believing it would harm Nigeria. Baba-Ahmed made these claims during a summit organized by the Northern Elders Forum, where he criticized Tinubu's administration for leading the country to an unprecedented low.

He urged Nigerians to reject any attempts to prioritize Tinubu's second-term ambition over national interests. Baba-Ahmed highlighted the problematic nature of Tinubu's campaign slogan "Emilokan," which translates to "it is my turn," arguing that leadership should not be framed as an entitlement.

He expressed concern over the current state of the nation, stating that Nigeria could not afford further deterioration under Tinubu's leadership. Baba-Ahmed also accused Tinubu of failing to personally appeal to Nigerians for re-election and criticized Northern governors for not effectively communicating regional economic challenges to the president.