ADC-PCC Critiques Tinubu's Campaign Strategy for 2027

The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council (ADC-PCC) has condemned President Bola Tinubu for his reported decision to avoid campaigning across all states of Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general election. Kola Ologbondiyan, the Director of Media and Publicity for the ADC-PCC, stated that a president seeking re-election must engage with voters, present his administration's performance, and outline future plans.

Ologbondiyan emphasized that Tinubu's reluctance to campaign could benefit ADC's presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, who is prepared to visit all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. He criticized Tinubu's actions as contemptuous, arguing that a president unwilling to face the electorate after a poor performance should not seek re-election.

Ologbondiyan also dismissed claims that official duties prevent campaigning, citing past presidents who managed both responsibilities. He attributed Tinubu's avoidance of campaigning to public dissatisfaction with his administration, highlighting issues of hunger, poverty, and insecurity.