Kwankwaso Claims Tinubu Worries Over Obi's Popularity

Rabiu Kwankwaso, serving as the vice-presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), asserted that President Bola Tinubu has been having sleepless nights in anticipation of the 2027 general elections, primarily due to the rising popularity of their presidential candidate, Peter Obi. In an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’, Kwankwaso emphasized that Obi is well-received in the South, while the NDC is actively mobilizing support in the North.

He expressed that Tinubu's concerns about Obi's popularity indicate a significant challenge for the current administration. Kwankwaso remarked that Tinubu appears to rely on the support of governors, suggesting a lack of confidence in his ability to secure victory independently.

He also mentioned that there have been discussions among political figures regarding potential election rigging, but he believes that the NDC, alongside the Kwankwasiyya movement and other supporters, is forming a strong coalition to contest the elections effectively.