Tinubu's Influence Unites Opposition Leaders, Says Momodu

Dele Momodu, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), commented on the political landscape following the 2023 elections, asserting that President Bola Tinubu has forced opposition leaders to unite. During an appearance on Channels Television, Momodu warned that the political situation has changed significantly and cautioned against the assumption of automatic voter retention for major candidates.

He cited the poor performance of G5 governors, who failed to secure Senate seats in states such as Enugu, Abia, and Benue, as evidence of a shift in voter loyalty. Momodu further stated that the current unity among opposition figures is not genuinely committed to long-term collaboration, suggesting that their coalition is under pressure from the ruling government.

He also rejected the notion that victory in elections depends solely on a single individual, referencing the 2019 alliance between Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, which did not yield success in unseating the ruling party.